The Engineer works in the Shafts and Couplings Team of the Wind Drive Train, Structures and Gearbox CoE and is responsible for the development and improvement of components and as expert for special screw and bolt connections of GE Wind Turbines.
The Engineer is responsible to support the component owners for couplings, brakes, rotor locks, generator and gearbox dampers for the entire path from design, including validation, to manufacturing of the mentioned components, within also the responsibility of the corresponding parts inside of the BoM, including:
· Designing of parts and assemblies for a Wind Turbine (WT)
· Coordinate design efforts and deliverables (documentation, specifications, drawings and BoM), based on Product Specification and other CTQs
· Production and revision of specifications, work desk instruction (WDI) and Operation and Maintenance Manuals for WT Components
· Prepare third party certification documentation and execute the certification process (GL, DNV, TUEV, etc.)
· Work with global and cross-functional teams for shafts and couplings components throughout design process (concept through delivery)
· Work closely with the Technical Leader and global team members to ensure high quality and on-time delivery for all engineering assignments (e.g. qualification of design & suppliers, first piece qualification, fulfillment, root cause analysis, cost out activities, component validation, etc.)
· Optimization and improvement of existing components
· Comparative evaluation of designs from different suppliers
· Calculation of add-on pieces and connection elements for selected components
· Develop and specify test and validation plans
· Leverage and implement Design Practices, DFR and DFSS
BS/MS Mechanical Engineer or Dipl.-Ing. (FH/TH/TU).
Demonstrated communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Ability to work with global team members across cultural boundaries.
Knowledge of wind turbine components design or related field
Knowledge about different manufacturing processes
GE Business tools and practices expertise.
Proficient with 3D CAD system UniGraphics (UG).
Familiarity with materials.
Knowledge of material and manufacturing technology.
Proven ability to work under pressure and challenging conditions.
Several years of professional experience in component design, preferred in WT technology.
2-5 yrs in related fields
Fluent in German and English (spoken and written).

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