Principal Engineer - Battery Modules Job in Schenectady 12345, New York US

Business GE Technology Infrastructure Business Segment Technology Infrastructure - Transportation About Us Welcome to Tech Valley! Just 3 hours from NYC, Boston, & Montreal, Schenectady, NY is part of New York's Capital Region which includes approximately 850,000 residents & growing as it welcomes high-tech industry surrounding local nanotechnology research. Rich in history, culture & arts, the area offers a quality of life & cost of living that are among the best in the country. With strong communities, a robust business environment, & opportunity for country, suburban or downtown living, the surrounding landscape including the Adirondack Mountains & Lake George provide year round recreation. Come see why we love the Capital Region! Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with GE Transportation! Role Summary/Purpose The Principal Engineer / Technologist for Battery Modules is a recognized expert in the design of mechanical systems for the packaging and thermal management of high power density energy storage systems. In this role, you will be responsible for the technical quality of the mechanical design of battery systems produced by the GEMx business. Essential Responsibilities · Identify, develop, evaluate, and introduce engineering solutions for GEMx battery modules to meet near term and long range business needs · Lead and provide the key technical direction to large projects with critical business impact using the GE Transportation Design Review Tollgate Process for New Product Introduction · Provide technical consultation and mentoring to cross-functional teams throughout the business to improve or resolve manufacturing, product center, supplier, or field issues, e.g. cost reduction activities, and quality initiatives · Support other GE businesses, internal and external customers, and suppliers as required · Promote the New Technology Introduction process by defining state-of-the-art high-power battery systems and in anticipating, applying, adapting or developing technology to meet current and future business needs · Effectively communicate and provide recommendations through the analysis, preparation and presentation of technical data to internal and external GE customers using reports, design guides, and letters · Provide mentoring, technical guidance, direction and training to new and experienced engineers Qualifications/Requirements · Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Materials Engineering· At least 5 additional years of experience in the mechanical design of subsystems for the packaging and thermal management of power electronic systems Additional Eligibility Qualifications GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Desired Characteristics · Master’s or PhD degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Materials Engineering· Strong oral and written communication skills· Strong interpersonal and leadership skills· Problem analysis and resolution skills using Design for Six Sigma methods· Knowledge of the design and manufacturing of hermetically-sealed systems· Deep understanding of power electronics development cycle including budget and process requirements· Up-to-date technical knowledge of the current market, competitor development and the probable future trends in high-power battery systems· Lead and provide technical direction using Six Sigma processes/tools· Six Sigma DFSS black beltRelocation assistance may be offered to chosen candidate.Why join one great company when you can join many? When you join GE, you join a company made up of 5 exciting businesses. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team. Many of GE's fastest growing businesses are in GE's Technology Infrastructure segment. Around the world, we are helping build the healthcare, transportation and technology infrastructure of the new century. GE Transportation is a global technology leader and supplier to the railroad, marine, drilling, wind and mining industries. We provide freight & passenger locomotives, railway signaling and communications systems, information technology solutions, marine engines, motorized drive systems for mining trucks and drills, high-quality replacement parts and value added services. With sales in excess of $4.5 billion, GE Transportation is headquartered in Erie, PA, and employs approximately 10,000 employees worldwide. Learn more about GE Transportation!Welcome to Tech Valley! Just 3 hours from NYC, Boston, & Montreal, Schenectady, NY is part of New York's Capital Region which includes approximately 850,000 residents & growing as it welcomes high-tech industry surrounding local nanotechnology research. Rich in history, culture & arts, the area offers a quality of life & cost of living that are among the best in the country. With strong communities, a robust business environment, & opportunity for country, suburban or downtown living, the surrounding landscape including the Adirondack Mountains & Lake George provide year round recreation. Come see why we love the Capital Region!