Lead Engineer - Generator Mechanical

I00861 GE Vernova Hungary Kft.

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Taubate Until 10/5/2026 3+ years exp First posted August 6, 2026 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description

Job Description Summary

The employee will be responsible for the design and coordination of hydro generator. He/She will work on offers (ITO) and project execution (OTR). Most of the work will be done on installed based projects (transactional and simple retrofit projects).

Job Description

Essencial Responsibilities:

 

  • Operational Reliability: Ensure the reliable performance of machinery throughout installation, commissioning, and the warranty period.
  • Issue Resolution & RCA: Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on hydro power plant issues, develop physics-based hypotheses, and validate corrective actions across the fleet.
  • Risk Mitigation: Partner with engineering, construction, sourcing, and quality teams to drive proactive risk mitigation programs during ITO (Inquiry to Order) and OTR (Order to Remittance).
  • Fleet Data Analytics: Assess fleet reliability data to identify trends early, reduce fault/failure rates, and accelerate the cycle time for corrective action implementation.
  • Technical Communication: Provide the leadership team with accurate risk assessments and present technical findings to both internal stakeholders and customers.
  • Engineering Design & Modeling: Create detailed 2D/3D models and Model Based Definitions for generator components, ensuring designs meet cost, quality, and schedule requirements.
  • Interface Management: Manage component interfaces and maintain up-to-date, accurate digital assemblies within the linked model environment.
  • Compliance & Expertise: Adhere to all GE policies, engineering standards, and security regulations while staying current with industry advancements.

Required Qualification : 

  • Bachelor’s Degree (University) in Mechanical Engineering 
  • Fluent in written and spoken English and Portuguese 
  • Familiar to Hydro Generator component definition, advanced GD&T skills, knowledge of ISO/ASME standards & proficient knowledge of NX software. 
  • Knowledge of International standards related to material specification 
  • Understanding of PLM processes. 
  • Ability to work independently and capable of solving technical issues related to generator 
  • Good level of understanding in computer aided manufacturing (CAM) and manufacturing processes 
  • Good level of understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing as it relates to individual parts and overall assemblies (ANSI Y14.5) 
  • Experience in Hydro Generator mechanical, Dimensioning of new machines, Recalculation of existing machines 
  • General understanding of fluid mechanics (including oil, water, air, nitrogen, glycol or other)  

    Desired Characteristics: 

    • Good spoken and written communication skills 
    • Ability to learn & adapt to business needs 
    • Good planning, organizational skills and team player 
    • Pro-activeness, sense of urgency, autonomy 
    • Must be results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy 
    • Must have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
    • Availability to travel occasionally, including by plane 
    *A GE Vernova está comprometida em promover a diversidade e incentiva a candidatura de mulheres, pessoas negras, pessoas com deficiência, integrantes da comunidade LGBTQIAP+ e profissionais de todas as idades para esta posição.

    Additional Information

    Relocation Assistance Provided: No

    About this role

    Summary

    Designs hydro generators, conducts root cause analysis, manages interfaces, and ensures reliability.

    Job title

    Lead Engineer - Generator Mechanical

    Experience level

    mid level

    Minimum experience

    3+ years exp

    Industry

    industrial equipment

    Location requirements

    Taubate; on-site work only; no remote work allowed.

    Salary

    Not specified

    Management role

    No

    Skills & keywords

    Required skills

    mechanical engineeringGD&TISO/ASME standardsNX softwarehydro generator

    Preferred skills

    communicationteamworkproblem solvingproject management

    Specializations

    hydro generatormechanical designGD&TISO standardsNX software
    Locations

    Structured locations inferred from the posting.

    Taubaté - State of São Paulo, Brazil

    On-site Place