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Main Project Engineer

On-site in Abanto-Zierbena·Full-time·Added 4 months ago (last checked 19 Oct)

GE Vernova

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Work mode: On-site, Abanto-Zierbena
Contract: Full-time
Education: University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

This role requires advanced experience in the Engineering/Technology & Mechanical Component. Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).

Nice to have

Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.

The role

Job Description SummaryJoin GE Vernova to design and deliver innovative hydro generator solutions, working on both new projects and refurbishments. Apply your mechanical or electrical engineering expertise to solve real-world challenges while ensuring safety, quality, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, grow your technical skills, and make an impact in a dynamic engineering environment.Job Description

What you'll do

Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. This work would include mechanical and/or electrical engineering for all products
Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.
In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
Uses some level of judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
A job at this level is likely to be an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills or an early people leader who can hire and develop talent. Provides informal guidance to new team members
Design Hydro Generators within Transactional business, respecting based on customer specification as well as on GEV internal design criteria, manufacturing, assembly and maintenance feasibility keeping Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost mindset. Existing products refurbishment, accommodating new or refurbished parts on existing units. Secure the right technical interfaces consolidation and the well design coordination in between the technical project team.

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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
Website: gevernova.com

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.