Lead Engineer - Materials Engineering

Job Description Summary

The Lead Materials Engineer will work within the Plant Services Engineering (PSE) Materials team to support all business across Nuclear Engineering. The role involves technical support developing new material technology, new plant design efforts, materials selection, manufacturing, characterizing material behavior, and performing design analyses for both plant and fuel applications. This role requires a high degree of work management rigor, technical problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration with other teams within both GEH and GNF businesses and functions.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide technical support towards the development and execution of BWR plant and fuel related materials deliverables within both GVH and GNF businesses
  
  
• Provide technical leadership in the development and execution of BWR material property behavior test programs
  
  
• Perform technical evaluations, analyses and verifications in the areas of BWR nuclear plant and fuel material applications
  
  
• Perform work in compliance with NRC regulated policies and procedures
  
  
• Interface with internal and external customers on technical issues
  
  
• Support Company initiatives
  
  
• Meet customer commitments and drive continuous improvement
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Material Science, Nuclear, Mechanical, or similar
  
  
• At least 4 years of experience in an engineering capacity
  
  

Eligibility Requirements

• The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters Wilmington, NC, but qualified remote candidates will be considered
  
  
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). Proof of status required prior to employment
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge or experience with ASTM and ASME Section 3, Section 7, and Section 11
  
  
• Experience in specific technology areas: BWR plant and fuel material processing, testing, and in-service performance behavior.
  
  
• Experience with BWR and PWR technology (i.e. reactor structural materials, stainless steel, nickel alloys, and zirconium alloys)
  
  
• Knowledge of reactor material licensing requirements
  
  
• Demonstrated high energy and the ability to energize others
  
  
• Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude
  
  
• Legacy of delivering on commitments; tenacious, with a proven track record of overcoming obstacles; ability to achieve stretch targets
  
  
• Strong external focus; clear and demonstrated understanding of nuclear industry and/or energy industry
  
  
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
  
  
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers
  
  
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and cope under pressure
  
  

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

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on May 04, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.