Lead Engineer - Electric Machines

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Niskayuna, NY, USA
In-Office
98K-164K Annually
Mid level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
The Lead Engineer will design and develop electric machines, contribute to advanced system concepts, and engage with multi-disciplinary teams on power technologies.
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Job Description SummaryAs a Lead Engineer – Electric Machines in the GE Vernova Advanced Research Electrical Systems team, you will be involved in the design of electrical machines and will be contributing to the development of advanced machine system concepts as well as their implementation for application to power generation (including inverter-based generation resources) and electrification applications.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will contribute to the planning, development, and transition of technologies from concept to products and/or services for GE Vernova internal and external clients. 

You will:

  • Conduct research through modeling simulation, and design electric machines

  • Develop and test machines.

  • Participate with multidisciplinary teams in the development of new power technologies and capabilities for GE Vernova’s next generation product platforms.

  • Innovate in the electric machines domain.

  • Participate with multi-disciplinary teams in the development of new power technologies and capabilities for GE Vernova's next generation product platforms.  Disciplines include controls, electromagnetics, insulation, thermal as well as mechanical technology areas.

  • Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations that describe analyses and solutions.  

  • Connect the organization to the latest technology developments and trends in industry  

  • Contribute to proposals for GE Vernova businesses as well as government agencies

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience developing electric machines or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 6 years of professional experience developing electric machines.

  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Master’s level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. 

  • Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Vernova Advanced Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of countries subject to comprehensive restrictions under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of these countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship or permanent residency from a non-restricted country can be considered.

  • Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY. 

Desired Characteristics:

  • In-depth knowledge of electrical machines and their controls, including electromagnetic, insulation, thermal as well as mechanical technology aspects

  • Experience in designing electric machines for a wide range of applications.

  • Experience with surface permanent magnet, interior permanent magnet, flux switching, reluctance, and superconducting machine technologies.

  • Experience with power transformers and power electronics magnetic components.

  • Experience with development of enabling technologies for mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.

  • Experience in simulation tools such as finite elements, MATLAB (Simulink) and others such as PLECS

  • Strong background in developing multi-physics analytical models of electric machines.

  • Connections in industry and academia

  • Record of publications and patents

  • Demonstrated successful track record of completing tasks and deliverables on schedule and on budget.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including demonstrated formal writing and presentation experience.

  • Secret Clearance with an ability to attain a Top-Secret Clearance is preferred

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.

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 $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. 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 04, 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.

Skills Required

  • Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience developing electric machines
  • Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 6 years of professional experience developing electric machines
  • Strong background in developing multi-physics analytical models of electric machines

GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Vernova and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Vernova.

  • Retirement Support The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.

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The Company
HQ: Cambridge, MA
75,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2024

What We Do

GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.

Why Work With Us

Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.

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