Principal Engineer – Gas Turbine Performance

Switzerland Global Enterprise

Principal Engineer leading engineering projects in Gas Turbine Performance at GE Vernova. Responsible for technical leadership, project execution, and innovation in a cross-functional setting.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeGreenville • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $131,700 - $219,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a recognized subject matter expert and provide advanced technical leadership to the Engineering team.
Drive engineering excellence, supporting mid-level complexity projects.
Collaborate cross-functionally to drive risk management while fostering innovative solutions to meet business and customer solutions.
Lead end-to-end design, analysis, and implementation of engineering solutions.
Review and approve engineering documentation and deliverables.
Drive innovation & stay current with relevant technologies, regulations, and industry trends.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a related science discipline.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in a related technical, scientific, or equivalent experience.
Proven ability to lead technical teams and deliver results.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Experience interfacing with customers, conferences, user groups.
Customer-focused with clear, concise written and oral communications at the appropriate level.
Experience and demonstrated success working in a complex cross-functional global environment.
Servant leadership mindset.
Able to travel globally as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

engineeringtechnical leadershipdesignanalysisimplementationrisk managementproject managementinnovationdocumentation review

Soft Skills

communicationproblem-solvingcustomer-focusedcollaborationservant leadershipcross-functional teamwork

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in EngineeringBachelor of Science in Computer ScienceBachelor of Science in MathematicsBachelor of Science in PhysicsBachelor of Science in Chemistry