What are the responsibilities and job description for the manufacturing Engineering Co-Op – Fall/Winter 2026 position at GE Vernova?
Job Description Summary
The Energy to Change the World
GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. At GE Vernova, we are working to solve the world’s most pressing challenge—the energy transition. Our Gas Power business provides more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today while building the energy technologies of the future.
Job Description
What impact you will make:
As a Reliability Engineer Co-op within the METEM team, you will ensure the long-term health and performance of the specialized assets that build the world's most advanced gas turbines.
You will focus on minimizing equipment downtime and optimizing maintenance strategies for non-traditional machining technologies, directly impacting the plant's ability to meet global energy demands.
Depending on your background, you will support the reliability of the following technology areas:
At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected, and that they belong.
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 Only
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 29, 2026.
U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.
The Energy to Change the World
GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. At GE Vernova, we are working to solve the world’s most pressing challenge—the energy transition. Our Gas Power business provides more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today while building the energy technologies of the future.
Job Description
What impact you will make:
As a Reliability Engineer Co-op within the METEM team, you will ensure the long-term health and performance of the specialized assets that build the world's most advanced gas turbines.
You will focus on minimizing equipment downtime and optimizing maintenance strategies for non-traditional machining technologies, directly impacting the plant's ability to meet global energy demands.
Depending on your background, you will support the reliability of the following technology areas:
- Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) & Fast Hole Drilling (FHD): Supporting the uptime of high-precision drilling equipment used for turbine nozzles and buckets. * Electrochemical Machining (ECM): Managing the reliability of specialized industrial electrochemistry equipment, gaining experience in chemical handling systems and electrical power supplies.
- Asset Performance Management: Monitor and analyze equipment performance data to identify trends in unplanned downtime and equipment degradation.
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Lead or participate in "Deep Dive" investigations into equipment failures to identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions.
- Maintenance Strategy: Help develop and refine Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) schedules for compleex EDM and ECM assets to improve Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).
- Criticality Analysis: Evaluate equipment criticality to prioritize maintenance activities and optimize spare parts inventory for high-impact production machines.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Maintenance Technicians and Process Engineers to troubleshoot recurring mechanical, electrical, or chemical system issues.
- Standards & Safety: Enhance and maintain technical knowledge of current standards, codes, and procedures regarding safe and effective use of production equipment. You will focus on minimizing equipment downtime and optimizing maintenance strategies for non-traditional machining technologies, directly impacting the plant's ability to meet global energy demands.
- Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) & Fast Hole Drilling (FHD): Supporting the uptime of high-precision drilling equipment used for turbine nozzles and buckets. * Electrochemical Machining (ECM): Managing the reliability of specialized industrial electrochemistry equipment, gaining experience in chemical handling systems and electrical power supplies.
- Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program in an engineering discipline.
- Accepted Majors: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- Strong technical interest in manufacturing technology and non-traditional machining.
- Laboratory or hands-on experience with mechanical or chemical systems.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on technical data.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative shop environment.
- Internship Term: Fall/Winter 2026 (Target Start: September 21, 2026; Target End: March 27, 2027).
- Work Schedule: 40 hours per week (1st Shift).
- Authorization: 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)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
- Pay Range: $21.00/hour – $34.00/hour (Based on years of undergraduate/graduate field of study completed).
- Relocation Assistance: Reimbursement for reasonable expenditures for employees with a permanent address >50 miles from the work location.
- Housing Allowance: Weekly allowance to help off-set living expenses for eligible students.
- Retirement: Access to the GE Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) after 90 days of service.
- Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected, and that they belong.
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 Only
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 29, 2026.
U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.
Salary : $21 - $34