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The Role
Leads mechanical and thermal engineering for steam turbine accessory systems in combined-cycle power projects. Develops system designs, schematics, equipment specifications, calculations, drawings, and vendor evaluations while ensuring compliance with international standards. Supports customer reviews, suppliers, site installation, outages, engineering issue resolution, and risk mitigation. Coordinates cross-functional teams, manages contractors, improves standardization and costs, and contributes to lean process improvements and product competitiveness.
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Job Description SummaryLead Engineer – ST Accessories (Steam Systems) will be responsible to develop design packages that relates to new unit steam accessories systems. They shall have full ownership to develop innovative solutions that helps to define necessary on Steam Turbine accessories systems such as, LP steam admission, Steam seal/drain/HP exhaust, Vacuum breaker, Forced air cooling, Dehumidification system etc. The individual will execute projects of varying complexity both in Inquiry to Order (ITO) & Order to Remittance (OTR) stages. They shall also provide necessary outage support & work on ER/NCR cases with support from experts within the team. Along with strong technical skills, ability to work with cross functional teams to execute large & complex projects is a must for this role.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Execute projects with full ownership & responsibility for technical design & engineering activities i.e. prepare design concepts, perform basic system design and equipment engineering for ST accessories steam systems such as LP/IP steam admission, Steam seal/drain/HP exhaust, Vacuum breaker, Forced air cooling, Dehumidification system etc for HDNU projects of varying complexity with minimal support from Technical Leads (TL),
- Developing detailed system & hardware design with schematics, device lists (i.e. pipe, valve, instrument, load list & signal exchange list), process design and interface document, component specifications & detailed drawings, engineering calculations & analyses to size system components (such as pipe sizing and pipe design pressures and temperatures determination, simulation of steam seal system etc.) of various ST products such as D650, A650, A200, D600, & D200 steam turbines for combined cycle power plants globally across various heavy duty new unit projects scopes i.e. EO, EEP, TKP & TKSI.
- Ensure that the design is per applicable rules, regulations codes and standards, respective GE design practice / work instruction, contractual requirement and per good engineering practices especially about environmental aspects and health and safety of site personal, operators, maintenance personnel and third parties,
- Responsible for developing innovative engineering solutions for ST accessories systems meeting all customer CTQs and GE’s design guidelines.
- Independently handling customer comments, suppliers, site issues and design reviews (internal and external)
- Taking responsibility of third party engineers (contractor resource) for checking and ensuring SQDC KPI’s and their meeting the requirements as per priorities and targets defined
- Preparation of GBOM and catalogues and their implementation
- Preparation of Design Practice and updating design standards and Max case Schematics and Standard Outline drawings
- Preparation and compliance to Standard work, standard check-list preparation and updation for customer and manufacturing drawings and vendor documents.
- Ensure a coordinated approach in all areas with the other engineering disciplines such as Customer Application, Project Engineering, Product Definition, Sourcing, ST flange to flange, Requisition teams and key stakeholders such as customers, suppliers, site personals etc.,
- Participate in risk review meetings and help develop mitigation plans during the OTR phase.
- Executing design and requisition projects as per customer, compliance & site-specific requirements.
- Execute all the deliverables for internal & external customers with strict adherence to project schedule
- Preparing instrument, load, signal change list for various instrumentation.
- Developing and designing products such Gland steam condenser, steam valves, strainer, blowers, heat exchangers, seal steam heater, HP exhaust system etc. with strict adherence to GE & international standards such as TEMA, PED, ASME etc.
- Perform engineering calculations & analyses to size system components (such as Valves, Motors, Blowers etc.)
- Preparation of ordering/functional specifications with strict adherence to project requirements
- Technical evaluation of vendor bids as well evaluating & resolving deviation to standards specifications
- Conducting supplier design reviews, reviewing general arrangement & other vendors documentation and ensuring compliance with GE & Customer requirements/ expectations
- Work closely with internal & external customers for any system design related issue resolution.
- Part of this role will also require to work directly with site to resolve any plant installation and operation related issues to timely achieve commercial operation date.
- Execute system systematic process improvements such as standardization, reducing vendor dependencies, specification updates to avoid recurring issues, cost reduction etc.
- Develop cost out and CTO/P2V opportunities to improve the competitiveness of GE’s product offerings.
- Provide field support during installation for & address issues routed to engineering via ER cases & other means with the help of support from TLs and other experts within the team
- Handling of Supplier deviation requests, Site engineering issues resolution (ER), corrective actions CA
- Document management in GTCC-PLM
- Champion LEAN principles and embrace LEAN by continuously challenging and improving internal process..
Required Qualifications
- Mechanical/Thermal engineering degree OR masters from well recognized university
- Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in gas based combined cycle OR steam power plants
- Design know-how of Steam Turbine accessories systems such as Steam seal system, Drains, Strainers, Control and Stop valves, Vacuum system, Desurperheating system, Exhaust spray system etc.
- Knowledge of plant operability and heat balance for combined cycle plant
- Know and apply design methods, rules and tools to specify the systems/ components
- Specific Knowledge about the relevant codes and standards like ANSI, ASME, ISO, API, HIS, NFPA, HEI, PTC etc.
- Knowledge of Interfaces specially on controls systems & electrical interfaces
- Good knowledge of engineering, design and project management tools and methods e.g. GTCC-PLM, AVEVA, Confluence etc.
- Naturally good at collaboration across the teams to achieve broader objective for the business with strong sense of operational rigor & urgency.
Desired Characteristics
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Readiness to travel for workshop inspections
- Ability to learn and to understand quickly
- Problem analysis and resolution skills
- “Customer Focus” and “Total Cost Focus” minded
- Steadiness in performance, ability to stand up well under stress, self-motivation, openness to innovations, flexibility
- Ability to foresee situations and adapt accordingly
- Able to identify solutions to problems and implement them
- Positive thinking with proactive approach
- Promotes/influences innovative processes, general technical knowledge
- Attitude and talent to negotiate and make presentations
- Passion for problem solving & continuous improvement
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Skills Required
- Mechanical or thermal engineering degree or master's degree from a recognized university
- At least 12 years of relevant experience in gas-based combined-cycle or steam power plants
- Design experience with steam turbine accessory systems, including steam seals, drains, strainers, valves, vacuum systems, desuperheating, and exhaust spray systems
- Knowledge of plant operability and heat balance for combined-cycle plants
- Knowledge of design methods, rules, and tools for specifying systems and components
- Knowledge of ANSI, ASME, ISO, API, HIS, NFPA, HEI, and PTC codes and standards
- Knowledge of controls and electrical system interfaces
- Knowledge of engineering, design, and project management tools such as GTCC-PLM, AVEVA, and Confluence
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Ability to collaborate across engineering, sourcing, project, customer, supplier, and site teams
- Readiness to travel for workshop inspections
GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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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
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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