Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

3 days ago


Cincinnati, Ohio, United States GE Aviation Full time
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

About the Role

GE Aviation's Hybrid Electric Mechanical Design team is seeking a highly skilled Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to play a critical role in the development of advanced technologies for future propulsion systems. As a key member of the team, you will demonstrate leadership in executing business priorities, operational strategy, and engaging with GE globally and with industrial and academic partners.

The successful candidate will contribute directly to GE Aviation's hybrid electric capability, including the development of the joint NASA Electric Powertrain Flight Demonstrator program and GE's RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) program. You will lead the design of test enabling hardware and test enabling systems that support the testing of hybrid electric systems for both EPFD and RISE.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design drivetrain system/components for integration into a Hybrid driveline system to support electrified propulsion.
  • Own prototype parts, including design, analysis, drawings, and manufacturing.
  • Develop new applications of technology for product development of electrical power generation, conversion, transmission, and distribution components and systems for advanced aviation applications.
  • Partner with mechanical and thermal, manufacturing, and test teams to advance the development of hybrid electric systems.
  • Lead functional teams or projects with minimal resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years' prior work experience in aerospace power generation and conversion products, aviation electrical power system, high frequency electro-magnetic design, embedded controls for power electronics, and transient/dynamic electric system theory and analysis.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college.

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong technical background in Component Development.
  • Previous experience with Test Enabling Hardware design.
  • Previous experience with hybrid electric machines is a plus.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
  • Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
  • Established project management skills.

Additional Information

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



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