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Gearbox Senior Principal Engineer (M/F/D)

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location_onWellons Road, Greenville, Pitt County, North Carolina, 27834, United States

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About the Role

The Gearbox Senior Principal Engineer (SPE) serves as a pivotal technical leader within the Wind engineering team, responsible for the overall technical underwriting and acceptance of design, development, and implementation for gearboxes, components, and cooling systems in wind turbines. This role is designed to define the rigor required for accepting design decisions across gears, bearings, structures, lubrication, and cooling systems.\n In this leadership position, you will partner with Chief Consulting Engineers (CCE) to set and execute strategies for design processes, field issue resolution, and the adoption of new design tools and technologies. The role demands a blend of deep technical proficiency and adept problem-solving skills to drive organizational advancement. You will collaborate with design teams, cross-functional groups, and external experts to ensure safe, high-quality products while mentoring and developing engineering talent to build technical depth within the gearbox domain.

About the Team

You will operate within GE Vernova, a company offering a challenging career environment focused on professional development and innovation. The team fosters a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional growth, emphasizing the coaching and mentoring of controlled title holders and the broader engineering community.

Hiring Process

Candidates applying to this U.S.-based position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Equal Opportunity

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Work location

Work model: On-site

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Wellons Road, Greenville, Pitt County, North Carolina, 27834, United States

Greenville, North Carolina

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Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Wind Turbine, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Modes And Effects Analysis, Fmea, Reliability Engineering, 8D Process, Project Management.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

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In this Gearbox Senior Principal Engineer (M/F/D) at GE Vernova role, you will provide technical leadership and guidance to design teams throughout the project lifecycle; ensure technical rigor in design reviews, root cause analysis, and design methods; identify and deliver improvements in engineering design practices for gearbox and cooling systems; and conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for technical challenges.
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To qualify for the Gearbox Senior Principal Engineer (M/F/D) at GE Vernova position, applicants should have: Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent knowledge and experience; Major experience in mechanical engineering application to electro-mechanical products; and Prior relevant technical leadership experience guiding teams through the design process.
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Gearbox Senior Principal Engineer (M/F/D) at GE Vernova is based in Wellons Road, Greenville, Pitt County, North Carolina, 27834, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Provide technical leadership and guidance to design teams throughout the project lifecycle
  • check_circleEnsure technical rigor in design reviews, root cause analysis, and design methods
  • check_circleIdentify and deliver improvements in engineering design practices for gearbox and cooling systems
  • check_circleConduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for technical challenges
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  • check_circleMentor and develop engineering talent to create technical depth within the domain
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  • Requirements

    • verifiedBachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent knowledge and experience
    • verifiedMajor experience in mechanical engineering application to electro-mechanical products
    • verifiedPrior relevant technical leadership experience guiding teams through the design process

    Nice to Have

    Strong technical expertise in wind turbine mechanical subsystems and/or components. Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, including remote teams. Proven track record of complex issue resolution using tools such as failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), reliability engineering, and RCA 8D process. Knowledge of wind turbine industry standards and regulations regarding fabricated structures. Experience in project management. Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills. Track record of curiosity and passion for turning new ideas, technologies, and methodologies into product differentiated outcomes. Experience with coaching, mentoring, and developing technical engineering talent.

    Benefits & Perks

    check_circleMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coveragecheck_circleAccess to Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resourcecheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential counseling and referral servicescheck_circle401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributionscheck_circleAccess to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultantscheck_circleTuition assistancecheck_circleAdoption assistancecheck_circlePaid parental leavecheck_circleDisability benefitscheck_circleLife insurance
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    GE Vernova is an energy technology company dedicated to advancing electrification and reducing global carbon emissions. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company operates through three core divisions—Power, Wind, and Electrification—to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions. These technologies support critical infrastructure that underpins health, safety, and economic development worldwide.\n\nWith global energy demand projected to rise over 50% in the next two decades, GE Vernova emphasizes continuous innovation, building on a 130-year legacy of energy solutions. The company’s approach combines the trusted GE brand with 'ver' (from 'verde,' meaning green) and 'nova' (Latin for new), symbolizing a commitment to sustainable, low-carbon energy systems.\n\nOperating within the electric power generation industry, GE Vernova prioritizes forward-looking strategies to address evolving energy needs. Its work spans power generation, renewable wind solutions, and electrification technologies, aiming to balance energy supply with environmental responsibility. The company’s mission reflects a focus on long-term impact, leveraging technical expertise to support global decarbonization efforts.
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    About GE Vernova

    GE Vernova is an energy technology company dedicated to advancing electrification and reducing global carbon emissions. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company operates through three core divisions—Power, Wind, and Electrification—to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions. These technologies support critical infrastructure that underpins health, safety, and economic development worldwide.\n\nWith global energy demand projected to rise over 50% in the next two decades, GE Vernova emphasizes continuous innovation, building on a 130-year legacy of energy solutions. The company’s approach combines the trusted GE brand with 'ver' (from 'verde,' meaning green) and 'nova' (Latin for new), symbolizing a commitment to sustainable, low-carbon energy systems.\n\nOperating within the electric power generation industry, GE Vernova prioritizes forward-looking strategies to address evolving energy needs. Its work spans power generation, renewable wind solutions, and electrification technologies, aiming to balance energy supply with environmental responsibility. The company’s mission reflects a focus on long-term impact, leveraging technical expertise to support global decarbonization efforts.

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