Product Definition engineer

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Greenville, NC, USA
In-Office
89K-149K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
Designs and documents wind turbine blade components throughout the product lifecycle, from concept through industrialization and serial production. Creates CAD models, drawings, manufacturing documentation, bills of materials, and tolerance analyses. Supports prototype and production startups onsite, validates designs and documentation, and collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and external partners. Participates in technical reviews and manages design changes using PLM systems.
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Job Description SummaryAt GE Vernova, we are accelerating the energy transition by tackling one of the greatest challenges of our time—bringing reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to the world. As a Product Definition Engineer, you won’t just be designing components; you will be helping to engineer the future of wind energy. Joining our team means working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and global impact, where your contributions directly support the decarbonization of our planet.
The Product Definition Engineer plays a pivotal role in the end-to-end lifecycle of our wind turbine blades. You will be responsible for translating complex design concepts into precise, high-quality technical documentation that drives our development projects from initial design through to industrialization. A key aspect of this role is your presence at the intersection of engineering and manufacturing—you will provide critical design verification during the production startup at our Proto build factories, ensuring our innovations transition seamlessly from the drawing board to the field.
To be successful in this position, you must be a proactive bridge-builder. You will secure high-quality design outputs by fostering close, cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders—including Engineering, Process Engineering, Global Equipment Engineering, Quality, and Sourcing—as well as our external partners. If you are a detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering engineering excellence within demanding project timelines, we invite you to join us in shaping the next generation of wind energy.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Creation of CAD models and drawings for the blade components and change in design implementation & management        
  • Creation of manufacturing and quality documentation of the blade component/process         
  • Stack-up analysis to achieve various design requirements            
  • On-site support  to ensure smooth start-up of testblade, prototype and 0-series production and supports in validation on the design and documentation during protobuild.     
  • Executes the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements          
  • Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews   
  • Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline, analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy.
     

Basic Requirements

  • Academic Background: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace from an accredited university.
  • Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design. Specifically focused on large-scale composite structures or turbine blade components will be advantage.
  • Product Lifecycle: Proven track record of leading the product definition phase for at least 1 full NPI (New Product Introduction) cycles, from conceptual design through to serial production.

Technical Expertise and Product Definition Experience

  • BOM Management: Demonstrated experience managing complex EBOMs (Engineering Bill of Materials) and MBOM containing 500+ line items, ensuring 100% accuracy in parts integration and downstream manufacturing handoffs.
  • Tolerance Analysis: Proficiency in performing Stack-up Analysis and applying GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) per ASME Y14.5 standards to ensure a 95% first-time yield during assembly.
  • Manufacturing/Product documentation : Proficiency in building the manufacturing and other product documentation needed for manufacturing the blades in a factory
  • CAD Mastery: Modeling experience in Siemens NX or CATIA specifically with surfacing and large assembly management.
  • PLM Systems: Experience in using PLM software (e.g., Teamcenter or Enovia) for version control, change management (ECR/ECN), and data integrity.

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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 $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 September 08, 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

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in mechanical design
  • Experience leading the product definition phase through at least one complete New Product Introduction cycle, from conceptual design through serial production
  • Experience with large-scale composite structures or turbine blade components
  • Experience managing complex EBOMs and MBOMs with more than 500 line items
  • Proficiency in stack-up analysis and GD&T according to ASME Y14.5
  • Experience creating manufacturing and product documentation for factory production
  • CAD modeling experience with Siemens NX or CATIA, including surfacing and large assembly management
  • Experience using PLM software such as Teamcenter or Enovia for version control and engineering change management
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States

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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