Mechanical Analysis Engineer

GE Vernova • Wilmington, NC • 12h ago

Job Description Summary

At GE Vernova, we are united by a single, urgent, and optimistic mission: electrify to thrive and decarbonize. The world needs us to accelerate the transition to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. Together, we have the energy to change the world.

Mechanical Analysis Engineers within the Mechanical Analysis team of GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH). They will perform analyses on parts and components which may include stress, fracture, thermal and dynamic loads, and vibration. The Engineer will operate in a matrixed engineering team to ensure high quality deliverables in accordance with customer requirements, business procedures and regulatory agency guidelines.

Job Description

Responsible for mechanical analysis activities that support:

GVH's existing fleet of BWRs and/or

GVH's BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and/or

Gen-IV reactor technologies including Natrium

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsible for the delivery of high-quality engineering analyses.

Confirm Reactor Pressure Vessel (RPV) or Reactor Internals components meet structural stress and fatigue criteria.

Qualify RPV or Reactor Internals repairs or replacement components considering static, dynamic, thermal, and flow-induced loads.

Translate design information into detailed finite element models of BWR primary structures and equipment using Finite Element methods and GE in-house computer codes.

Develop creative solutions and reduce analysis complexity to create accurate and effective solutions for complex engineering problems.

Analyze primary plant structures to develop loads and response characteristics.

Interface with cross-functional teams and departments necessary to complete assigned system design activities.

Provide clear and complete analysis documentation in accordance with GE engineering procedures. Analysis results are typically provided in an engineering report for use by external customers.

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering disciplines from an accredited college or University.

Eligibility requirements:

The required work locations is the Wilmington, NC Headquarters for GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy

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.

Desired Qualifications:

Nuclear Industry knowledge / experience.

Experience with mechanical analysis fundamentals - stress analysis, heat transfer, non-linear systems, vibrations, fatigue, fracture mechanics, and drafting practices (including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)).

Working knowledge of the ASME Section III and XI Codes.

Demonstrated ability to model using ANSYS.

Working knowledge of scripting tools such as Python, VBA, etc.

A self-starter willing to take initiative.

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $72,000.00 and $108,000.00. 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 February 10, 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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