Job Description SummaryWind energy works because every component performs. As a Design Validation Engineer for Pitch Bearing Lab Testing at GE Vernova, you will be at the center of that reliability - leading the test and validation programs that determine whether our pitch bearing designs are ready to perform in the field.
This role sits within the Mechanical Subsystem Engineering team, part of our OneWind organization. You will own the full validation lifecycle for pitch bearing components and bolted joints - from authoring test plans and pre-test predictions to leading teardowns, publishing findings, and shaping the next generation of test capability. Your work directly influences the safety, durability, and commercial success of our wind turbine products globally.
If you are a detail-driven engineer who brings both analytical precision and collaborative energy to hard technical problems, this role is built for you.
Who You Are:
You are a hands-on engineer with a strong foundation in structural mechanics who brings intellectual curiosity, analytical rigor, and a genuine commitment to getting it right. You thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments and communicate complex technical findings with clarity and confidence.
Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities- Lead test and validation programs for pitch bearing components and bolted joints, supporting new product introduction (NPI), root cause analysis (RCA), quality initiatives, and total lifecycle cost improvement across the OneWind portfolio.
- Apply analytical and finite element analysis (FEA) tools to develop pre-test predictions for bearing raceways, bolted joints, and structural components; author thorough test plans covering purpose, assembly requirements, instrumentation, data collection strategy, and predicted outcomes.
- Monitor active tests and communicate results, including data post-processing, visualization, and timely status reporting; lead post-test teardowns and inspections with thorough documentation of findings and lessons learned.
- Drive next-generation test capability, leading the development of new test rigs in collaboration with third-party partners and championing the evolution of design validation practices across the global team.
- Collaborate across functions, working with lab technicians, materials scientists, chief engineers, sourcing, quality, fleet management, systems engineering, and suppliers to execute test campaigns and share lessons learned.
- Own the lab budget cycle, including annual forecasting, purchase order submission, and parts receiving for lab hardware and instrumentation.
- Champion safety as a core value and integrate it into every stage of decision-making and test execution.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university - a formal degree is nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering, structural testing, or a closely related discipline
- Willingness to travel to the test lab in Clinton, SC on a regular basis
Preferred Qualifications & Characteristics- Experience in bearing design or bolted joint structural analysis
- Test laboratory experience, including load frames, data acquisition (DAQ) systems, instrumentation, and data post-processing
- Knowledge of wind turbine component design criteria and systems integration
- Familiarity with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and technical drawing standards
- Background in finite element analysis (FEA) tools and pre-test structural prediction methods
- Experience working within a cross-functional, globally distributed organization
- Strong project management skills and ability to drive work to completion with minimal oversight
Additional InformationGE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 22, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
