Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the role

GE Vernova’s HVDC Valve Engineering team seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and analysis of mechanical systems for HVDC Valve products, supporting the global green energy transition. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, compliant, and manufacturable designs while mentoring junior engineers. This position is primarily based in Stafford with potential locations in Chennai.

What you’ll do

• Lead the design and analysis of mechanical systems and structures for HVDC Valve products
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical and cooling engineers
• Lead teams to deliver projects through design, investigation, testing, and analysis
• Lead specification and design reviews for compliance with internal and global standards
• Ensure DFM and structural integrity during installation with site and quality teams
• Validate and approve materials and supplied parts
• Approve documentation of designs, test results, and engineering change orders
• Mentor and develop junior engineers

What you’ll bring

• Degree level education in mechanical engineering or proven track record
• Senior-level experience leading an engineering team
• Detailed experience with mechanical elements and testing for electrical/mechanical equipment
• Highly skilled in CAD software (Creo) and FEA tools (ANSYS preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Nice to have

• Prior experience in electrical transmission, HVDC, or related industry
• Qualifications in leadership or management
• EHS compliance qualifications related to safety and environment
• Willingness to travel globally for short periods

Skills

Benefits

• Competitive benefits
• Private health insurance
• Great development opportunities
• Large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Education

The candidate will probably be educated to degree level in mechanical engineering.