Lead Performance and Thermodynamic Engineer

GE Vernova

Lead Engineer calculating steam turbine performance for global projects at GE Vernova. Engaging in design, analysis, and technical documentation across multidisciplinary teams.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeQueretaro • 🇲🇽 MexicoSenior💰 $89,300 - $148,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in thermodynamic performance modeling and heat balance calculations for steam turbine projects, with a strong focus on design analysis and optimization. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and communicating technical findings effectively.

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Thermodynamic Performance ModelingSteam Turbine DesignProcess Integration and Simulation ToolsTechnical DocumentationCollaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams

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Hard Skills

ThermodynamicsDesign AnalysisHeat Balance CalculationsStatistical PrinciplesEngineering Design Tools

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

ALPROHBPROEbsilonThermoflowGatecycleAspen

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringMaster's Degree in Engineering (Desired)Edison Engineering Program Completion (Desired)

Industry Keywords

Steam TurbineGas TurbineTurbomachineryCombined Cycle PerformancePower Plant Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Calculate thermodynamic performance models and heat balances for steam turbine requisition (REQ) projects
Use existing system modeling tools for design analysis, test data analysis and optimization including performance/cost trade-off studies
Apply fundamental scientific and statistical principles to complex design problems within the broad field of steam turbine engineering
Contribute to improving the organizational workflow and processes with the team and interfacing teams
Collaborate with other multidisciplinary global engineering teams to ensure successful project completion
Issue documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures
Support technical project risks related to design and performance for steam turbines
Communicate results, findings and observations in clear and concise documents (presentations, reports, memos, technical articles) to peers and leadership in formal and/or informal design reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college
Some engineering experience in Steam Turbine design and/or operability
A familiarity with Steam Turbine component design/operability design process, tools, and procedures
Proficiency in English
Master’s degree in engineering discipline or Edison Engineering program completion (desired)
Technical knowledge of combined cycle performance/optimization, thermodynamics and equipment process design (desired)
Basic technical understanding of Steam Turbine, Gas Turbine or other turbomachinery products (desired)
Experience in process integration and simulation tools (e.g. ALPRO, HBPRO, Ebsilon, Thermoflow, Gatecycle, Aspen) (desired)
Experience in steam turbine design processes and engineering design tools, power plant testing and test code (desired)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness