Blade PDE Technical Leader – CAD, PDE Processes

Switzerland Global Enterprise

Technical Leader for Product Definition Engineering overseeing CAD standards and process improvements. Collaborating across teams to drive efficiency and innovation in product design.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeGreenville • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $113,200 - $188,800 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and Own PDE standards, including CAD standards, modeling practices, manufacturing package requirements, and documentation methods
Drive process improvements to enhance PDE quality, productivity, consistency, and delivery performance
Lead the simplification and automation of CAD and PDE processes to reduce manual effort and improve repeatability
Drive the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital solutions within PDE to improve efficiency, quality, and engineering effectiveness
Support the translation of engineering design intent into manufacturing-ready models and outputs, including ply splicing, lap outputs, and related composite manufacturing definitions
Drive improvements in geometry quality and smoothening to enhance manufacturability and downstream usability
Work closely with other PDE Technical Leader and other engineering experts to harmonize CAD/PDE processes with the PDE specification and requirement, ensuring a robust "single source of truth"
Provide technical leadership for Product Definition Engineering across NPI, NTI, and design change programs
Lead technical problem-solving within PDE in close collaboration with blade engineering experts and execution teams
Provide early technical engagement to define robust PDE solutions for engineering packages before execution
Review, approve, and validate technical solutions related to engineering changes, including ECNs
Own the standards for configuration management and change management practices to ensure controlled, traceable, and efficient design evolution
Mentor and guide PDE team members and contingent workers, supporting technical growth and capability development
Drive knowledge capture and institutionalization through standards, best practices, lessons learned, and reusable methods
Participate in technical and program reviews as a presenter, reviewer, and technical decision-maker
Support validation of design and documentation during prototype, test blade, and early production activities
Maintain hands-on involvement in critical PDE tasks, specifically supporting NTI programs and high-stakes technical deliverables.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline
10+ years' experience in Product Definition Engineering, CAD methodology, engineering documentation, and design change implementation
10+ years' hands-on experience with CATIA and Teamcenter or similar PLM systems
Ability to travel up to 20%
Strong knowledge of configuration management and engineering change management processes
Demonstrated experience driving process improvement, technical standardization, and engineering problem-solving
Experience working across cross-functional teams in engineering and manufacturing environments
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence technical decisions across functions and levels
Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide engineers and contingent team members
Experience with composite structures, blade engineering, or large-scale manufactured products
Knowledge of CATIA composites and manufacturing-oriented product definition practices
Understanding of GD&T principles, preferably ASME Y14.5
Experience with fiber-reinforced plastics and composite manufacturing processes
Experience with BOM setup and product structure management in Teamcenter or similar PLM systems
Experience in CAD automation, digital engineering, or engineering process transformation
Exposure to AI applications in engineering, automation, or product development
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to balance strategic initiatives and operational execution
Proven ability to drive transformation and influence the adoption of new methods, tools, and standards.

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

Product Definition EngineeringCAD methodologyengineering documentationdesign change implementationCATIATeamcenterconfiguration managementengineering change managementcomposite manufacturingGD&T

Soft Skills

strong communication skillsmentoringtechnical problem-solvinginfluencing technical decisionscross-functional collaborationanalytical mindsetprocess improvementtechnical leadershipguiding engineersknowledge capture