Staff Engineer - Preliminary Mechanical Design

GE RENEWABLE ENERGY POWER AND AVIATION - Cincinnati, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Cincinnati, OH

About the position

The Staff Engineer - Preliminary Mechanical Design at GE Renewable Energy leads the early design phases of next-generation aerospace engines. This role focuses on creating innovative engine layouts that balance weight, cost, and reliability while integrating advanced technologies. The engineer will manage multi-functional teams to develop optimal systems-level solutions and ensure successful execution of program deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead a technical team to design the next generation of commercial aircraft engines
• Act as mechanical integrator for the engine, combining input from multiple disciplines to construct a clean-sheet design
• Lead trade studies to explore design options and evaluate the impact of new technologies
• Coordinate the efforts of a global and multi-disciplinary team
• Create and execute new technical solutions for challenges faced by the next generation of commercial engines
• Perform the cross-section development for preliminary mechanical design of new engines including evaluations for mechanical feasibility, weight, and technology assessments
• Identify new inventions and participate in actions such as patent creation to protect intellectual property
• Execute with guidance the analysis of assigned projects that meet business standards, practices and procedures
• Work with focals across GE Aerospace to shape design, weight, cost, and maintenance strategy
• Formulate and implement plans to achieve technical requirements, schedules, and contract commitments
• Lead small teams through the planning and preliminary design of modules and systems
• Coordinate with a broad team including business partners and GE Aerospace sites globally
• Improve GE Aerospace's design capabilities
• Develop new design tools and processes for the preliminary design organization
• Lead or participate in organizational efforts in assigned projects and tasks
• Communicate study results and status to enable business decisions
• Monitor and communicate project status, business issues and significant developments
• Participate as a presenter or peer in technical and program reviews
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for assigned projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited University or College
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in an engineering position

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience in a mechanical engineering, supply chain, sourcing, or manufacturing operations position
• Experience estimating weight, product cost, maintenance cost, and design parameters early in engine development programs
• Experience with Unigraphics NX
• Exposure to compressor or turbine aerodynamics
• Exposure to engine cycle & performance
• Exposure to both military and commercial engine design requirements
• Prior experience leading global cross-functional teams
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to guide and influence others
• Demonstrated process orientation in approach to work
• Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business
• Problem analysis and resolution skills
• Systems level thinking, incorporating understanding of the overall engine to influence mechanical design.

Benefits

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