GE Vernova

Lead Engineer - Combustion Aerothermal

Bengaluru

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Role family: Engineering management
Seniority: Lead / management
Country: IN
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 17 Oct 2026

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Job Description Summary

The Lead Engineer – Gas Turbine Combustion design is responsible for formulating, planning, independently leading and executing combustion NPI and Fleet projects with complete ownership of Aerothermal design, it’s schedule and quality of deliverables. This role will provide opportunity to apply creativity, imagination to develop combustion system for world class gas turbine engines considering cost, reliability, operability and emissions.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead and execute the Aerothermal design of combustion system for F & HA Class gas turbine engine, using sound engineering principles and adhering to the business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements.
Owns and solves business challenging programs, RCAs and fleet issues with proactive approach working independently/with team.
ownership mindset and self-driven approach to understand fleet history, issues and its resolutions. Detailed 2D/3D analyses and leveraging fleet experience as required to evaluate and mitigate system level risks.
Think beyond existing technical solution, evaluates technical options and owns the accountability of the selected path forward.
Proactively collaborate with cross functional teams, services and system team for system level optimization.
Develop component design/technology improvement road map by understanding the fleet history.
Identify the gaps in analytical vs. lab/field data and develop/enable the tools and design practices.
Apply lean to bring systematic improvement in process, tools.
Leverage AI to reduce effort and cycle time.
Collaborate with controlled title holders/CE offices and ensure review rigor and attention to detail.
Develop new ideas and drives into the product with validation. Leverages technology across the domains.

Required Qualifications

Master’s or bachelor’s in engineering with specialization in Mechanical, Thermal or combustion domain.
At least 4+ years of experience in the field of gas turbine Aerothermal design.

Desired Characteristics

Strong interpersonal, leadership skills and ability to work well in a team environment with a positive “can do” attitude.
Self-starter and ability to handle multiple projects.
Fleet life management and design ownership experience.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Experience with digital analytics techniques to enhance life interval/life improvement of the components.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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