Turbine Airfoil Design and Manufacturing Integration Engineer

Unclassified - West Chester, PA

Full-time

Onsite - West Chester, PA

About the position

The Turbine Airfoil Design and Manufacturing Integration Engineer position at GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation is a pivotal role that integrates advanced mechanical design concepts with cutting-edge additive manufacturing techniques. This position is focused on maturing novel designs, materials, and processes specifically for turbine blade airfoils, which are critical components in the GE Edison Works Advanced Military Engine New Product Initiative (NPI) Program. As a Lead Engineer, you will be at the forefront of innovation, working closely with a dynamic design team to develop solutions that meet stringent program requirements and milestones. This role not only emphasizes technical expertise but also aims to deliver significant impacts on both short-term and long-term business objectives. In this capacity, you will report directly to the engine program turbine module design manager and will also serve as an "engineer-in-shop" within GE Aerospace's Advanced Technology organization located in West Chester, OH. Your responsibilities will encompass executing mechanical design, conducting analysis, and evaluating hardware produced through additive manufacturing. You will apply best practices in hardware design, ensuring integration with adjacent hardware and the overall engine system. A strong focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) will be essential as you utilize scientific principles, engineering tools, and lean methodologies to support and execute technical roadmaps and test plans that expand design, material, and process capabilities. This role is ideal for individuals looking to establish a robust career foundation in mechanical design and additive manufacturing while collaborating with a vibrant and energetic design team to shape the future of flight. You will engage with supply chain partners to industrialize components produced via additive manufacturing and maintain a keen awareness of the competitive landscape to differentiate your technology area. Documenting lessons learned and new standards will be part of your responsibilities, as will participating in program reviews and preparing invention disclosures when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Integrate advanced turbine airfoil design, materials, and additive methods.
• Execute mechanical design, analysis, and evaluation of hardware produced using additive manufacturing.
• Apply best practices in hardware design and ensure integration with adjacent hardware and the engine system.
• Ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) while applying scientific principles and engineering tools.
• Support and execute technical roadmaps or test plans that expand design, material, and process capabilities.
• Contribute to producibility evaluations and assist in defining requirements for producible designs.
• Manage project schedules across a cross-functional team.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects and present outcomes to technical and business leaders.
• Engage with supply chain on the industrialization of components produced using additive manufacturing.
• Document lessons and new standards in established archival systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in design engineering.
• Relevant experience in design engineering, materials science and engineering, process development, and/or industry.
• Ability to work in-person and on-site (not virtual or remote) more than 75% of the time.
• Some local travel between sites will be required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance at the SECRET level.

Nice-to-haves

• 3 years or more experience in materials engineering, application, or manufacturing process development.
• Experience with design or development for turbomachinery hot section components.
• Demonstrated GD&T experience.
• Technical depth in additive manufacturing.
• Comfortable working hands-on in development lab, manufacturing pilot line, or full rate production environments.
• Established project management skills.
• Proven facilitation and collaboration skills.
• Flexible and friendly approach to working in teams.
• Interest in being a self-starter with a focus on problem solving and driving solutions.
• Highly-motivated with exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while being inclusive and asking for help when needed.
• Keen listener with an innate drive to succeed.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance Provided
• Professional development opportunities
• Challenging career paths
• Competitive compensation