Research Engineer - Lifing/Durability

Job description

3336040
Additional Cities

Niskayuna
Career Level

Entry-Level
Relocation Assistance

Yes
Business

GE Corporate
Business Segment

Corporate Global Research
Function

Engineering/Technology
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

New York
Postal Code

12309-1027
Role Summary/Purpose

As a Research Engineer – Lifing/Durability in the Mechanics & Design Organization, you will contribute to the development of state-of-the-art lifing analysis methods (e.g., fatigue, fracture mechanics, creep, etc.), advanced test methods and engineering design tools for a wide variety of applications across the GE businesses.  

Essential Responsibilities

You will:

·  Collaborate with GE business design communities in the development of component models, stress analysis and lifing methods for advanced CMC, barrier coatings and metals lifing.
·  Provide technical guidance and execution on critical programs and initiatives in the development of advanced lifing methodologies, stress methods or microstructure based property prediction on high strength metals and non-metals with key business partners.
·  Participate in technology roadmapping and competitive assessment to drive new technology programs in computational or experimental methods in the design and lifing of machinery and equipment.
·  Provide technical guidance and direction across the group to grow overall technical capability and product knowledge in technical focus areas.
·  Serve as a technical resource to resolve key, short term high risk technical issues in technical focus areas.
·  Deliver effective presentations, reports and publications to engineering staff, GE businesses and external agencies.

Qualifications/Requirements

·  Doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related disciplines or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related disciplines with at least 3 years of experience in an industrial environment. 
·  Experience in applied fracture mechanics, microstructure-based property prediction and/or damage model development. 
·  Experience in developing life prediction models and methods for high temperature single crystal metals or ceramic matrix composites
·  Strong technical skills in solid mechanics and finite element methods with commercial packages such as ANSYS (including advanced meshing tools and non-linear analysis) for life prediction. 
·  Demonstrated project leadership experience including successful track record of completing deliverables. 
·  Clear evidence of passion, innovation and creativity. 
·  Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; execution mindset and sense of urgency. 
·  Strong communication and teamwork skills and ability to form and work in cross-functional and cross-organizational teams.
·  Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.  We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. 
·  Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY. 
·  Must be 18 years or older. 
·  You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers

Desired Characteristics

·  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
·  Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team.
·  Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
·  Experience in experimental test techniques on relevant for single crystal or CMC materials.
·  Experience with software development.
·  Domain knowledge in gas turbine design and gas turbine lifing technologies.
·  In-depth knowledge of mechanical design and analysis methods.
·  Experience with parametric, feature-based geometric modeling, hands-on experience with commercial and CAD packages (UniGraphics, Pro-Engineer, etc.).
·  Strong analytical skills.

About Us

GE Research is GE's innovation engine where new ideas are originated, developed and productized to create a better world and deliver differentiated products across the company's industrial portfolio. These products span the aviation, power, transportation and health care sectors.

Today, we're a forward leaning, interdisciplinary organization, matching world-class innovation with market insights and industry connections to move faster and deliver better outcomes for GE’s businesses and customers.

We continue a strong track record in innovation and invention that began with our company's founder, Thomas Edison. GE scientists and engineers have distinguished themselves over time, amassing tens of thousands of patents, two Nobel prizes in chemistry and physics, and a list of inventions that have defined and redefined generation after generation.

This rich legacy of delivering transformative innovation is thriving now more than ever.

Discover how we’re seeing, moving and creating the future at https://www.ge.com/research/, meet our innovation giants at https://www.ge.com/research/people, search our open positions at http://twitter.com/geresearchjobs, and connect with us on our social channels at https://twitter.com/GEResearch and https://www.linkedin.com/company/geresearch/.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE 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). This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

New York
Primary City

Niskayuna