Technical Leader - Mechanical Component
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on784, South 3rd Street, Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, 28401, United States
About the Team
GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) is driving the future of nuclear power with the BWRX-300 project. Our team is dedicated to execution excellence, combining fabrication and installation work planning with rigorous adherence to ASME codes and design assurance. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge capture, and technical mentorship to deliver safe, high-quality nuclear solutions.
About the Role
This position serves as a pivotal leader for the BWRX-300 project, bridging the gap between design, procurement, fabrication, and installation. You will lead and mentor a matrixed team, providing technical direction across diverse disciplines including mechanical component design, equipment design, and licensing support. Your day-to-day involves orchestrating integrated solutions, managing technical risks, and ensuring all deliverables meet on-spec, on-budget, and on-schedule commitments.
Beyond technical execution, you will champion nuclear safety culture and drive compliance with regulations, guides, and industry standards. This role is essential for stewarding tools, skills development, and best practices while providing oversight to suppliers and partners. You will act as a proactive problem solver, identifying emergent issues and leading their resolution to ensure the project's success from proposal through commissioning.
Hiring Process & Application
This is a new position expected to remain open until May 31, 2026. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada, as applicable. For U.S. roles, final offers are contingent upon the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Canadian candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada and will undergo a background investigation (note: drug screening is not required for Canadian-based roles).
We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons in Canada. The interview process will assess technical competency, leadership capabilities, and cultural fit within our matrixed environment.
Our Culture & Commitment
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where 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. We offer a great work environment focused on professional development and challenging careers, supporting our employees with comprehensive benefits and a commitment to safety and integrity.
Work location
Work model: On-site
784, South 3rd Street, Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, 28401, United States
Wilmington, North Carolina
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead work planning, scheduling, and resource loading for procurement, fabrication, and construction
- check_circleIdentify, document, and lead resolution of technical risks and emergent project issues
- check_circleHost learning sessions and lead knowledge capture and transfer initiatives
- check_circleLead and mentor matrixed teams for fabrication, installation, and design assurance on the BWRX-300 project
- check_circleDrive compliance with scope, budget, schedule, and applicable nuclear codes and standards
- check_circleProvide technical oversight to ensure system designs comply with requirements throughout the project lifecycle
- check_circleChampion nuclear safety culture and ensure compliance with GVH policies and quality management systems
- check_circleAssist with continuous process improvements and simplification efforts
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics or equivalent 4-year technical degree
- verified7 years of experience in heavy industrial, thermal power, or nuclear industry
- verified4 years of experience with ASME Section III codes & standards
- verifiedAbility to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information
- verifiedLegal authorization to work in the United States or Canada
- verifiedProfessional Engineers License (Preferred)
- verifiedMaster of Science Degree in Engineering Discipline (Preferred)
- verified5 years of experience with BWR plant product family (Preferred)
- verified5 years of experience with applicable industry standards (Preferred)
- verifiedExperience with weldment design, structural analysis, and fabrication (Preferred)
Nice to Have
5 years of experience with BWR plant product family system design, plant engineering maintenance and modifications, new plant design certification and licensing; 5 years of experience performing independent or team-based equipment/component design or technical reviews; 5 years of experience with applicable industry standards such as ASME, AWS, and BWRVIP reports; Master of Science Degree in Engineering Discipline; Experience with weldment design, structural analysis (including FEM), and fabrication; Strong oral and written communication skills; Strong interpersonal and proven leadership skills; Professional Engineers License; Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor 3D CAD design; Proficiency with ANSYS FEA analysis; Experience working in or with an architect engineering (A/E) firm; Knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced regulatory affairs and licensing processes; Competency in US nuclear laws, rules, regulations, guidance, positions, memorandum, notices, bulletins, items, etc. from NRC, DOE, or international equivalent; Continuous improvement mindset; Working knowledge, expertise, and experience using LEAN or Agile, DMAIC, DFSS, DFR, FMEA, DTC, and NPI techniques and tools.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coveragecheck_circleAccess to Health Coach and 24/7 nurse-based resourcecheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential counselingcheck_circle401(k) with company matching contributions and retirement contributionsAccess to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Asme Code, Asme Section Iii, Autodesk Inventor 3D Cad Design, Ansys Fea Analysis, Lean, Agile, Dmaic, Design For Six Sigma, Design For Reliability, Failure Modes And Effects Analysis.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics required; Master of Science Degree in Engineering Discipline preferred.
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What does a Technical Leader - Mechanical Component at GE Vernova do?expand_more
A Technical Leader - Mechanical Component at GE Vernova is responsible for the following: Lead work planning, scheduling, and resource loading for procurement, fabrication, and construction; Identify, document, and lead resolution of technical risks and emergent project issues; Host learning sessions and lead knowledge capture and transfer initiatives; and Lead and mentor matrixed teams for fabrication, installation, and design assurance on the BWRX-300 project.
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GE Vernova is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics or equivalent 4-year technical degree; 7 years of experience in heavy industrial, thermal power, or nuclear industry; 4 years of experience with ASME Section III codes & standards; Ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information; Legal authorization to work in the United States or Canada; and Professional Engineers License (Preferred).
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Technical Leader - Mechanical Component at GE Vernova is based in 784, South 3rd Street, Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, 28401, United States. This is a on-site role.
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GE Vernova has listed this Technical Leader - Mechanical Component role as on-site.
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Technical Leader - Mechanical Component at GE Vernova typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
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Key skills for Technical Leader - Mechanical Component at GE Vernova include Asme Code; Asme Section Iii; Autodesk Inventor 3D Cad Design; Ansys Fea Analysis; Lean; Agile; Dmaic; and Design For Six Sigma.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics required; and Master of Science Degree in Engineering Discipline preferred.
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Technical Leader - Mechanical Component at GE Vernova is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.