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Installation Tooling and Process Development Engineer

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 2 months ago

GE Vernova

46 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    GE Vernova doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline from an accredited College or University (Mechanical Engineering is a plus)” — per the ad.

Requirements

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with basic industrial tooling

  • Ability to work with heavy components, cranes, and rigging when required in a hands-on environment.

  • Wind turbine product knowledge with the ability and willingness to work at heights.

  • Familiarity with empathic design

  • Desire to experiment and prototype new solutions

Education & certifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline from an accredited College or University (Mechanical Engineering is a plus)

  • Minimum of 3 years of combined experience in engineering.

  • Demonstrated hands-on experience applying technical knowledge in practical, real-world environments.

  • Mechanical Domain Expertise - Preferred expertise: lifting and rigging or hydraulics and gearing

  • Ability and willingness to travel globally up to 15% of the time when required

  • Proven record of being team-oriented, proactive, and motivated.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills to intact with both senior management and hour technicians.

  • Familiarity with CAD and Finite Element Analysis

The role

Job Description SummaryThe mission of the installation engineering team is to develop installation process and tools to achieve the industry's safest, most efficient, and most economical installation of onshore wind turbines.

The Lead Installation Engineer will be responsible for the technical development of installation capabilities and tools from start to finish: Starting with defining the problem and empathy gathering, through design development, and finally to an on-site field validation, resulting in a completed tool package that can be handed off to regional installation teams. The installation engineering team develops tooling for all turbine subsystems, and therefore covers many different technologies: Scope may include major component lifting equipment which can apply to machine heads, hubs, and other major components, and/or drivetrain-related capabilities such as geared turning drives, alignment equipment, and lifting/riggingJob Description

What you'll do

  • Manage tooling development projects through the NPI process from concept through industrialization by executing design, prototyping, development, validation, and final documentation of Installation tooling, processes. Tools may include lift beams, site fixtures, and other specialized tooling, and the associated processes required for installation of wind turbine.

  • Lead a cross-functional core team to define requirements, develop concepts, and create technical specifications to guide the mechanical design of tooling and processes.

  • Engage with and manage suppliers to finalize design and manufacture the proposed technology.

  • Utilize the design process to generate concepts that optimize the end user experience.

  • Utilize systems thinking to understand the operations required to complete an installation. During the tool design, incorporate end user feedback and detail the operational steps required to use the tooling. Assess for safety and ergonomic considerations.

  • Conduct design reviews, FMEAs, review structural assessments, and other critical technical deliverables with chief and principal engineers to ensure all tools and/or methods created by the installation engineering team meet or exceed the safety standards of both GE and Industry

  • Create design packages and hand off to regional installation and Global Tech Operations team to enable them to be self-proficient with the newly created tools, processes and/or methods

  • Support on-site validations for each project, and assist with training of the on-site installation leaders and technicians for newly created tools, processes and/or methods

Hiring process

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  3. Talk with a hiring manager

    With a hiring manager

    Deeper discussion of the responsibilities and expectations of the role and how your skills align with the team's needs.

  4. Interview with key stakeholders

    With team members or decision makers

    Meet other team members or decision makers, who assess fit with the company and team culture and your collaborative and problem-solving abilities.

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About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is a global energy company formed from the spin-off of General Electric's power, renewable energy, and electrification segments. It provides technology and services across the energy value chain, including onshore and offshore wind turbines, gas and steam power plants, hydroelectric systems, and grid electrification solutions. With roots in GE's century-old engineering heritage, the company operates on a global scale, serving utilities, independent power producers, and industrial customers in more than 100 countries.

In Spain, GE Vernova has a significant presence, particularly in wind energy, with offices and operational hubs in Barcelona and Madrid. The company is a major player in Spain's renewable energy sector, contributing to the country's wind power infrastructure and offering roles in engineering, logistics, and remote operations. For international professionals, GE Vernova offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge energy technologies in a country that is a European leader in wind power, with a multicultural work environment and competitive benefits.

Industry
Energy
Founded
2024
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Cambridge, USA
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • GE Vernova is a Fortune 500 company with a global workforce of around 80,000 employees, offering strong career mobility across countries.
  • Spain is a key market for GE Vernova's wind business, with offices in Barcelona and Madrid, making it a hub for renewable energy engineering roles.
  • The company offers internships and early-career programs in Spain, such as the BIO Technical Office Team intern role, which can be a gateway for international graduates.
  • GE Vernova's remote operations centers in Spain provide opportunities for technical roles like ROC Technical Lead, which involve monitoring wind farms across Europe.
  • As a spin-off from GE, the company retains a strong engineering culture and offers access to advanced training and development programs.

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