Lead System Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description SummaryThe I&C (Instrumentation & Controls) Mechanical Design Engineer works within the I&C Engineering team of the GE Hitachi (GEH) Engineering organization. The I&C team is responsible for designing and implementing I&C electronic hardware and software for I&C systems for Nuclear Power Plants. The I&C System/Test team has strong interfaces with electronic hardware design and plant system operations. This role requires technical problem solving, strong mechanical skills and effective communication/collaboration with other teams within the GEH business functions. This position is for the mechanical design of cabinets/cable routing for retrofit applications.
Relocation to Wilmington, NC is required.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• The I&C System/Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the delivery of high-quality engineering mechanical cabinet drawings utilized in the retrofit applications of new I&C Electronic System replacement.  Work scope typically includes the following essential responsibilities:
• Develop creative solutions and reduce complexity to create accurate and effective solutions for complex engineering problems.  
• Typical System/test activities will include preparing design specifications and developing mechanical drawings utilizing Autocad and Inventor tool suit.  These cabinet drawing will include mechanical layout and cable routing solutions. 
• Engage customers to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks.
• Work with the technical leader to establish an effective work plan, including time estimates, schedule estimates, requirements and work processes.
• Apply engineering fundamentals and 1st order engineering principles to establish and/or confirm expected performance.
• Provide clear and complete analysis documentation in accordance with GE engineering procedures. 
• Manage time effectively to provide quality deliverables within the expected project timeline.  Communicate effectively to leadership the status of work activities.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university. 
• Minimum 2 years of experience with AutoCAD, inventor or similar mechanical software tool suites.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical drawing/drafting development.

Eligibility Requirements

• Relocation to Wilmington, NC is required.
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Desired Characteristics

• Solves technical challenges through application of common design patterns and identifying appropriate patterns for use in problem solving.
• Effective us of data structures and algorithms.
• Experience understanding standards that meets and delivers desired functionality using technology selected for the project.
• Leadership experience inside and/or outside the classroom.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills and ability to articulate clearly.
• Contributes to creative solutions and challenges status quo.
• Proactively learns new tools and identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes their adoption.​

The base pay range for this position is $86K - $112K. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 3/15/25.

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and 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, as well as 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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: September 30, 2025