Lead Engineer - Inspection Engineering - Mechanical Design

GE Vernova • North Carolina, North Carolina • 1d ago

Job Description Summary

As a Lead Engineer in Inspection Engineering will develop and deliver Inspection Tools that are used to perform nondestructive examination (NDE) Inspections of both Boiling Water Reactors (BWR) and Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR) for GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) customers at domestic and international Nuclear Plants. The Lead Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of new products and technology to meet customer needs and overcome complex technical challenges.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Lead Engineer you will:

Execute the design, and development for specialty tooling and equipment using sound engineering principles and adhering to engineering standards, practices, procedures, and product requirements.

Develop mechanical robotic inspection tooling of medium to high complexity

Proactively communicate and deliver assignments on time.

Identify and mitigate technical risk.

Communicate technical detail to fabricators and technicians through the generation of fabrication drawings, specifications, and direct communication.

Generate operational instructions for newly developed tools and equipment.

Contribute to the success of others by providing feedback and technical input during design reviews and verifications.

Provide emergent issue response to Field Services teams and Customers as required.

Interface with a broad, multi-disciplinary team.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college

At least 4 years of mechanical and/or machine design experience

Eligibility Requirements

The preferred work location for this role is at the GVH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered.

Ability to obtain commercial nuclear site entry.

Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% (30 % if remote) domestically and internationally to other GE Vernova locations, vendors, and customer sites as necessary.

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of U.S. person status prior to employment.

Desired Characteristics

Proficient in 3D CAD design and computer skills.

Solid understanding of the principles of Mechanical Design

Experience with the selection, use, and design of mechanical components including gears, belts, bolting, pneumatics and hydraulics

Experience in the development of equipment within the nuclear services sector, particularly with regards to inspections provided during a maintenance outage at BWR's and PWR's

Ability to troubleshoot improperly functioning equipment and implement the proper changes.

Ability to assess technical risk and devise suitable means to mitigate.

Familiarity with LEAN tools and principles.

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.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights\10\20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

LI-Remote - This is a remote position

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 candidate's 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 January 12, 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.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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