Engineer Thermal Dynamics

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Summary
As an Engineer Thermal Dynamics in the Aero-Thermal & Clearances Design (ATCD) team you will execute thermal design and analysis activities for turbomachinery hardware and architectures within our gas power portfolio in support of the full product life cycle including New Product Introduction (NPI) New Technology Introduction (NTI) test & validation and fielded product support. This role requires demonstrated technical understanding in heat transfer secondary flow systems and thermal analysis along with analytical judgment and the ability to work from concept through design review and final documentation under technical leader guidance.
The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional global teams to deliver timely accurate and high-quality outcomes. #LI-ML2

What impact youll make: Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform heat transfer secondary flow CFD thermal analysis and design activities for flange-to-flange stationary and rotating components across gas turbine and steam turbine products applying sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards design practices procedures and product requirements.
• Develop technical expertise in the thermal design of turbomachinery components and apply that expertise to solve design and analysis challenges with urgency.
• Support design and analysis work across conceptual preliminary and detailed design phases for NPI NTI and product support programs while developing increased autonomy and ownership with minimal oversight.
• Build assess and improve thermal analysis models; interpret results; and prepare design review materials with clear conclusions technical rationale and actionable recommendations.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to evaluate design trade-offs identify risks and propose solutions beyond established methods and parameters when appropriate.
• Contribute to design improvement initiatives technical problem-solving and root cause analysis related to thermal performance heat transfer and secondary flow systems.
• Support design-to-cost opportunities across engine hardware balancing performance durability and manufacturing cost implications in partnership with Mechanical Services and Systems Engineering teams.
• Collaborate effectively with global cross-functional teams including mechanical aerodynamic performance and clearance engineering teams throughout the design process to deliver integrated high-quality design solutions.
• Demonstrate innovation in thermal design practices and analysis methodologies including the use of probabilistic methods digital tools automation and AI/ML techniques where relevant to improve product and process outcomes.
• Apply Lean principles in daily execution improve standard work and contribute to engineering templates best practices and process improvements that reduce rework and improve quality.
• Document technical data analysis outputs assumptions and conclusions in accordance with engineering design templates and established design practices. Ensure complete accurate and traceable documentation and model management for assigned projects.

What youll bring: Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or comparable engineering field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in heat transfer fluid mechanics or thermal analysis and design for turbomachinery or comparable.
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. government export control restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. persons including U.S. citizens lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g. certain refugees and asylees). GE Vernova will require proof of status prior to employment.

What will make you stand out: Desired Characteristics

• Masters in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or comparable engineering field with specialization in Thermal Science Thermal and Fluid Engineering Heat Transfer analysis
• Demonstrated experience in thermal design and analysis of turbomachinery components including heat transfer and secondary flow systems.
• Experience with engineering tools such as ANSYS Thermal HyperWorks CFX ICEM CFD or equivalent analysis platforms.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and project execution skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical conclusions and recommendations.
• Ability to work effectively in a global matrix organization with a positive can do attitude.
• Strong customer and product mindset with a focus on quality operability and timely execution.
• Proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages such as Python Fortran Visual Basic or Java for engineering automation and analysis efficiency.
• Demonstrated learning and practicing of AI/ML tools and methods to improve design system
• Demonstrated interest in innovation continuous improvement and Lean practices.

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.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position the pay range for this position is between $and $. 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 candidates 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 septembre 22 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.