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Business
GE Technology Infrastructure

Business Segment
Technology Infrastructure - Transportation

About Us
GE looks for innovation everywhere. What do you see? For more than 125 years, GE has been respected for its performance and innovative spirit. GE people worldwide are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into leading products and services that help solve some of the world's toughest problems. Working for GE Transportation is exciting & challenging. Come see what you are missing!

Role Summary/Purpose
The Battery Design Engineer is responsible for specific elements in GEMx battery mechanical and thermal system design. In this role, you will lead projects and initiatives to develop and implement battery designs that meet business expectations.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Execute the whole design cycle (analysis, optimization, evaluation, validation and implementation) for GEMx battery components mechanical and thermal system integration using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
  • Recommend approach to meet the technical and program requirements
  • Formulate and implement plans to achieve technical performance and reliability requirements, scheduling, and contract commitments with a rigorous technical approach following business tollgate and six sigma processes
  • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures
  • Monitor and communicate project status, business issues, and significant developments
  • Participate in organizational efforts in assigned projects and/or tasks
  • Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews

    Qualifications/Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering or other technical discipline
  • At least 3 additional years of experience in an engineering position with emphasis on system design methodology, mechanical and thermal packaging

    Additional Eligibility Qualifications
    GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

    Desired Characteristics
  • Masters degree in Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering or other technical discipline
  • Strong background and experience in structural integration/stress analysis, heat transfer and design for reliability
  • Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems
  • Experience with commercial engineering software such as CAD, Pro/ENGINEER, ANSYS, and Fluent
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • PC proficiency and analytical skills
  • Ability to guide and influence others
  • Demonstrated process orientation in approach to workbr>
  • Green Belt Certification (GE employees only), reliability practitioner

    Relocation assistance may be offered to the chosen candidate.

    Why join one great company when you can join many? When you join GE, you join a company made up of 5 exciting businesses. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team. Many of GE's fastest growing businesses are in GE's Technology Infrastructure segment. Around the world, we are helping build the healthcare, transportation and technology infrastructure of the new century.

    GE Transportation is a global technology leader and supplier to the railroad, marine, drilling, wind and mining industries. We provide freight & passenger locomotives, railway signaling and communications systems, information technology solutions, marine engines, motorized drive systems for mining trucks and drills, high-quality replacement parts and value added services. With sales in excess of $4.5 billion, GE -Transportation is headquartered in Erie, PA, and employs approximately 10,000 employees worldwide. Learn more about GE Transportation!

    Welcome to Tech Valley! Just 3 hours from NYC, Boston, & Montreal, Schenectady, NY is part of New York's Capital Region which includes approximately 850,000 residents & growing as it welcomes high-tech industry surrounding local nanotechnology research. Rich in history, culture & arts, the area offers a quality of life & cost of living that are among the best in the country. With strong communities, a robust business environment, & opportunity for country, suburban or downtown living, the surrounding landscape including the Adirondack Mountains & Lake George provide year round recreation. Come see why we love the Capital Region! 



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