Senior Mechanical Engineer - (US-PA-Erie - 16565)

Minimum Education: None
Jobcode: 59546096
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Business Unit: GE Infrastructure, Transportation
Function: Engineering/Technology
Location: Erie, PA
Job #: 813947
Posted: Apr 04, 2008 Responsibilities

Senior mechanical engineer responsible for detailed design of electric machines in Locomotive, Drill, and OHV applications. Leads projects and initiatives with broad scope and high impact to the business or is a recognized expert in a specialized field. Responsible for major and complex assignments with long-term business implications. This role contributes to the overall strategy and manages complex issues within functional areas area of expertise.

- Executes the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements.

- Recommends approach to meet the technical and program requirements.

- Formulate and implement plans to achieve technical requirements, scheduling, and contract commitments.

- Develop action plans to anticipate and respond to problems.

- Provide technical guidance to other personnel and assigned teams; mentor others in the organization.

- Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.

- Monitor and communicate project status, business issues, and significant developments.

- Lead or participate in organizational efforts in assigned projects and/or tasks.

- Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews.
Qualifications

- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited college.

- At least 5+ additional years of experience in an engineering position.

Desired

- Preferred 10+ years experience in rotating equipment design and application.

- Preferred 5+ years experience in bearing selection and application.

- Preferred 5+ years experience in locomotive, OHV, or Drill applications.

- Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems.

- Strong oral and written communication skills.

- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

- PC proficiency.

- Ability to guide and influence others.

- Demonstrated process orientation in approach to work.
General

GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.

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