Lead Engineer - Greenville

Only for registered members Greenville, United States

1 day ago

$170,000 - $260,000 (USD) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

Job Description Summary · The Performance Design and Methods team is seeking a Lead Thermal Tools Development Engineer to support gas turbine (Both Heavy Duty and Aeroderivatives) thermodynamic performance modeling. This is an exciting opportunity that blends engineering and soft ...

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Job Description Summary

The Performance Design and Methods team is seeking a Lead Thermal Tools Development Engineer to support gas turbine (Both Heavy Duty and Aeroderivatives) thermodynamic performance modeling. This is an exciting opportunity that blends engineering and software to develop tools that are the brains behind the digital growth within GE Vernova Gas Power. The role gives an opportunity to become technically skilled in gas turbine performance and software development.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

As the Lead Thermal Tools Development Engineer you will:

Advance state-of-the-art performance cycle modeling of GE Vernova gas turbine products by leveraging industry best practices.
Expand capabilities of steady-state performance prediction tools such as Gas Turbine Performance (GTP) for heavy-duty gas turbines and Performance Central (PC) for aeroderivatives and corresponding user interface (GTP Web)
Opportunity to grow current software products into next generation tools
Write efficient, reusable, and reliable code and simplify existing code bases
Develop software ownership competencies
Work in a multi-platform environment and make architectural design decisions for software products
Work with the Gas Turbine Performance team to understand product requirements & vision
Be part of a multidisciplinary product team, working front and back end systems
Encourage a "shift-left" culture in regard to quality and security
Create automated build, test and deployment mechanisms

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or Aero Engineering
3+ years design experience in gas turbine, steam turbine or combined cycle product development or controls development or performance modeling
3+ years demonstrated ability and experience writing engineering software, with existing and reviewable code examples
Basic understanding of software programming in one or more of the following languages: Fortran, Python, C#, C++, VB, JAVA

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Desired Characteristics:

MS or PhD engineering degree in Mechanical or Aero Engineering
5+ years design experience in gas turbine, steam turbine or combined cycle product development or controls development or performance modeling.
5+ years demonstrated ability and experience writing engineering software, with existing and reviewable code examples
Experience modelling turbomachinery with Numerical Propulsion System Simulation (NPSS)
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and functional programming principles
Familiarity with industry standard source code control software
Knowledge of Agile software development practices
Ability to learn new programming languages quickly
Excellent attention to detail
Efficient communication skills
Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
Edison Engineering Development Program graduate

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164, 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 February 17, 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.

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