Lead Design Engineer
This Lead Design Engineer role at GE Vernova focuses on developing and validating advanced test rigs for gas power technologies. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to own rig hardware design, manufacturing, and technical oversight. Success requires deep expertise in thermo-structural design, ANSYS, and machinery testing, alongside a strong ability to mentor junior engineers. The position is based in Bengaluru and plays a critical role in validating new energy technology components.
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Experience
6+ years
Function
Engineering
Work mode
Onsite, India
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
This Lead Design Engineer role at GE Vernova focuses on developing and validating advanced test rigs for gas power technologies. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to own rig hardware design, manufacturing, and technical oversight. Success requires deep expertise in thermo-structural design, ANSYS, and machinery testing, alongside a strong ability to mentor junior engineers. The position is based in Bengaluru and plays a critical role in validating new energy technology components.
TAL's take
Highly specific engineering role at a major industrial firm with clear ownership of test rig development and technical mentorship responsibilities.
The JD is extremely detailed regarding the specific engineering methodologies, tools, and cross-functional responsibilities required for the role.
Salaries at GE Vernova
23.3 LPA average
Based on 12 Grapevine salary entries for GE Vernova.
Other roles
2 - 4 years | PB1
18 LPA average
Range: 18 - 19 LPA
Other roles
4 - 6 years | L
19 LPA average
Range: 16 - 21 LPA
Other roles
6 - 8 years
25 LPA average
Range: 25 - 25 LPA
Other roles
12 - 14 years | Senior Professional
32 LPA average
Range: 18 - 46 LPA
Must haves
- BS/MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- 6+ years experience in thermo-structural design of turbo machinery
- Strong understanding of gas turbine thermodynamic cycles
- Experience with ANSYS Workbench and ANSYS Classic
- Flow visualization testing and post processing expertise
- Strong mentoring skills
Tools and skills
Nice to have: steam turbine technology, gas turbine technology, rotor dynamics, combustion dynamics, heat transfer, lean, six sigma, asme codes.
About the company
GE Vernova is a major industrial player with significant engineering infrastructure, though not falling into the specific software-centric Tier 1 list provided.
Posts mentioning GE Vernova
India and U.S. Seal $3.5 Billion Armed UAVs Deal
- India and the U.S. have finalized a $3.5 billion deal for 31 MQ-9B armed High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). - The deal includes 170 AGM-114R Hellfire missiles, 16 M36E9 Hellfire captive air training missiles, 310 GBU-39B/B laser Small Diameter Bombs (SDB), and 08 GBU-39B/B LSDB guided test vehicles. - These advanced UAVs will significantly enhance India’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. - As part of the deal, General Atomics will establish a Global Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India. - Another high-profile deal pending with the U.S. is the local license manufacture of General Electric (GE) F414 jet engines by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) -Mk1A. Source: [The Hindu](https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-to-procure-31-predator-long-endurance-drones-from-us/article68755738.ece)
India Penalizes GE for Jet Engine Delays
- **India** to impose penalties on **General Electric Co.** for severe delays in jet engine deliveries. - Delivery of **F404 engines** for **Tejas Light Combat Aircraft** pushed to **March 2025**. - Delay impacts **Modi's plans** for domestic fighter jet production amid tense relations with **China** and **Pakistan**. - **GE** cites **supply chain pressures**; 15 suppliers involved in disruptions. - India's fighter jet fleet dwindling as **Soviet-era aircraft** retire. Source: [Mint](https://www.livemint.com/industry/manufacturing/govt-to-impose-penalties-on-ge-electric-over-delay-in-delivery-of-fighter-jet-engines-for-tejas-airfcrafts-11730203871475.html), [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/business/india-to-slap-penalties-on-general-electric-over-fighter-jet-engines-delay-101730197150554.html)
GE Delivers First Engine for Tejas Mk-1A Fighters
- GE delivers the first of 99 engines for Tejas Mk-1A fighters after a two-year delay. - HAL to ramp up production of the indigenous jet, addressing developmental issues. - IAF chief criticizes HAL for delays, stressing the need for 40 new fighters annually. - GE restarted the F-404 production line, overcoming pandemic-related challenges. - HAL aims to produce 24 Tejas jets annually with a new production line in Nashik. Source: [The Times Of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/hal-to-shed-jet-lag-step-up-tejas-mk-1a-output-as-first-ge-engine-lands/articleshow/119567616.cms), [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/ge-delivers-first-of-the-99-f-404-engines-for-lca-mk-1a-aircraft-101743014937116.html)