Lead Mechanical Engineer - Shaft Line Integration

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As the Lead Mechanical Engineer for Shaft Line Integration, you will be responsible for the mechanical design of rotating machines and power generation systems for the marine sector. You will also provide product support from initial inquiry to project closure. Reporting directly to the Systems Engineering Manager, you will perform both hands‑on and office‑based activities ensuring the timely delivery of solutions that are safe and cost‑effective.

• Design rotating machine systems from order receipt to handover, complying with business procedures, standards, and regulations with a high focus on safety.
• Collaborate and work as part of a wider cross‑functional engineering team.
• Integrate large electro‑mechanical systems to meet environmental and transversal requirements.
• Plan and execute relevant engineering activities, ensuring projects meet on‑time delivery, cost, and quality targets, including testing and documentation.
• Participate in phase reviews, design reviews, ILS reviews, and FMEA, acting as review chairperson.
• Coordinate with suppliers to produce quotations and support their site activities.
• Ensure issued documents are reviewed and meet required quality, specifications, and standards.

• Relevant degree in Electromechanical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent qualifications.
• Proven track record of designing mechanical systems in a professional engineering environment.
• Ability to perform basic structural design and calculations, including structural design specifications and mechanical finite element analysis (FEA).
• Solid understanding of rotor dynamics such as torsional and lateral vibration, shaft lines, bearings, mechanical coupling, and shock absorption.
• Excellent knowledge of thermal and fluid dynamics.
• Experience in testing, verification, and validation of rotating equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Some experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD, Solid Works, CREO, or similar.
• Basic understanding of electrical and power generation principles.
• British citizenship with a valid British passport (“UK Eyes only”).
• Possession of or capability to obtain SC level security clearance.

• Ability to lead a team of engineers.
• Some experience in project management or project planning.
• Prior experience with active magnetic bearings.

This role involves work for customers who manage critical infrastructure; a background check and suitability assessment (UK BPSS clearance or UK SC clearance) will be required as part of the hiring process. Read more on national security vetting levels here.

• Challenging and exciting world‑first projects.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive salary.
• Flexible benefits – 10% employer pension contribution, income protection, private health insurance, and life assurance.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.

We know that life doesn’t fit into a one‑size‑fits‑all schedule. That’s why we support flexible working, adaptable start and finish times, or compressed hours where possible. We trust our people to manage their work in a way that suits them while delivering results on world‑first projects.

We’re always looking for top talent! If this role isn’t quite right, but you’re interested in joining GE Vernova, we can support you to understand where your skills could help. Get in touch today and become part of a team shaping the future of power conversion technology!

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