Sobre esta vaga de Power Performance Engineer na GE Vernova
Job Description Summary
The Power Performance team within GE Vernova Wind is seeking an Engineer to join a team focused on power curve testing and system-level power performance simulation. This is an opportunity to build expertise at the intersection of field testing and whole-turbine performance modeling. The engineer will learn and contribute across both contractual and validation testing activities under the mentoring and guidance of senior and lead engineers, growing toward increasing independence over time. This role reports to the Power Performance Leader within Wind EngineeringJob Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Support the development of integrated power curve simulation models under guidance; execute or support simulations per design practice; participate in model validation and verification activities with guidance
- Learn and apply power curve test methods for both contractual and validation testing, developing familiarity with IEC test standards and GE-specific test requirements
- Assist in the execution of contractual power performance tests, supporting technical activities from planning through final reporting; with guidance, contribute to individual tasks within an overall test program
- Support test engineers in analyzing power curve test data; learn contractual obligations related to MPPT and terrain assessment
- Process and analyze performance data from operating wind turbines and support root cause analyses of field performance anomalies
- Develop awareness of turbine components, subsystems, and controls that influence power performance
- Help maintain and improve tools used to analyze and report power curve test results; develop familiarity with analysis tools such as MATLAB and Python
- Apply lessons learned and best practices to test documentation and engineering workflows
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of industry experience or a Master’s Degree in Engineering or a related field with less than 2 years of industry experience.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of time
Desired Characteristics
- Academic or project-based exposure to wind energy, fluid mechanics, turbulence, or atmospheric sciences
- Curiosity and drive to learn power curve testing methods and simulation tools
- Familiarity with analysis tools such as MATLAB or Python — coursework or personal projects welcome
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
- Eagerness to develop expertise in Systems Engineering or System Simulation disciplines
- Interest in IEC standards and industry best practices for wind turbine performance testing
Note:
To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.
Additional Information
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: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. 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 October 27, 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.