Lead Scientist

3 days ago

Schenectady, New York, United States GE Vernova Full time
Job Description

As a key member of the GE Vernova Advanced Research team, the Lead Scientist - Metallurgy will play a critical role in driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business's mission to power the energy transition.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced metallurgist to join our team and contribute to the development of new materials and technologies for the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct research in an interdisciplinary team environment involving new alloy design, process optimization, property optimization, root cause analysis for processing and manufacturing improvements, and metallurgy-based service & repair work for a variety of metallic materials systems.
  • Participate in technology road mapping and competitive assessment to drive new technology programs.
  • Participate in the shaping, cultivation, and execution of government contracts.
  • Author program proposals to external agencies that align with GE Vernova technology roadmaps.
  • Provide expertise to resolve technical challenges across GE Vernova organization.
  • Work across organizations, including interfacing with external agencies, GE businesses, and universities on project definition, technical approach, and execution.
  • Share project progress internally and externally through oral presentations, written reports, and as appropriate through external and internal publications to GE Vernova Research, GE businesses, senior leadership teams, government agencies, and professional societies.
  • Provide technical development across the organization through effective coaching/mentoring.
  • Foster a multidisciplinary and inclusive team environment.
  • Perform all work in accordance with EHS guidelines.
Requirements:
  • PhD in Metallurgy, Materials Science & Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 4 years of professional experience.
  • Experience in the utilization of advanced characterization techniques (i.e. SEM, TEM, XRD), to understand the structure, processing, and performance relationships of metallic materials systems.
  • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills in a global team environment.
  • Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team.
  • Desire and flexibility to contribute to projects across metallurgy portfolio, including but not limited Al, Ti, Fe, Ni, Co, and refractory-based material systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in the metallurgy of materials with the focus on high temperature structural materials and materials made by additive manufacturing.
  • Experience in the use of high resolution characterization techniques (such as TEM) in materials development toward industrial research and development projects.
  • Expertise in the application of machine learning and AI-based tools to materials-focused outcomes.
  • Experience leading programs funded through government agencies.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt to multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced dynamic working environment.
  • Strong patent, presentation, and publication record.

This position is eligible for a performance bonus and offers a competitive salary range of $98,400-$164,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

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.

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