Hybrid Electric - Advanced Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

GE Aerospace - Evendale, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Evendale, OH

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Advanced Lead Mechanical Design Engineer at GE Aviation will be a key player in the Hybrid Electric Mechanical Design team, focusing on the development of components for advanced propulsion systems. This role involves leadership in technology development, execution of business priorities, and collaboration with global teams and partners. The engineer will be responsible for designing test enabling hardware and systems for hybrid electric systems, contributing to significant programs like NASA's Electric Powertrain Flight Demonstrator and GE's RISE initiative.

Responsibilities

• Design drivetrain system/components for integration into a Hybrid driveline system to support electrified propulsion.
• Own prototype parts including all aspects of 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.
• May lead functional teams or projects with minimal resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity.
• Communicate difficult concepts and influence others' opinions on particular topics.
• Guide others to consider different points of view.

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.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong technical background in Component Development.
• 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.

Benefits

• Great work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Challenging careers
• Competitive compensation
• Relocation assistance