Performance Solutions Engineer

GE Digital

Job Summary

The Performance Solutions Engineer will lead and own thermal and operational performance modeling and analysis for Gas Power’s global installed base GT/ST/CC fleet, supporting life cycle performance management and architecting performance risk and guarantees. This role also involves energy transition studies, working closely with Application Engineering and Commercial teams. Primary responsibilities include thermodynamic modeling, configuration, and delivery of online thermal performance monitoring and diagnostics solutions to Gas Power and GEV Digital customers, leveraging fleet data to drive engineering and business decisions.

Must Have

  • Lead thermal and operational performance modeling and analysis for Gas Power’s global installed base GT/ST/CC fleet.
  • Architect performance risk and guarantees and Energy transition studies.
  • Perform thermodynamic modeling.
  • Configure and deliver online thermal performance monitoring and diagnostics solutions.
  • Drive performance evaluations for Global Gas plants (Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine, Combined Cycle).
  • Identify and support engineering solutions for performance improvement in decarbonization technologies.
  • Work with cross-functional teams (performance testing, application engineering, design & systems engineering, product management, project engineering).
  • Use Gas Turbine and plant modeling and simulation software.
  • Configure and deliver performance monitoring solutions according to industry codes and standards.
  • Leverage fleet data for root cause analysis (RCAs) and diagnostic efforts.
  • Coordinate with customers, Product Line, Sales, and Engineering.
  • Support quality and champion LEAN/continuous improvements initiatives.
  • Participate in new initiatives, including developing and protecting Intellectual Property.
  • B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Aeronautical Engineering.
  • 0-2 years of experience in Thermodynamic performance modeling and/or Mechanical.

Good to Have

  • Technical knowledge and understanding of Gas Turbine, Combined Cycle, and Steam Turbine Thermodynamics.
  • Excellent attention to details, strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.
  • Demonstrated design creativity and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Strong focus on safety, quality, execution, and process rigor.
  • Ability to rapidly shift priorities based on business needs.
  • Open-minded, self-motivated, and empowered to challenge thinking and take smart risks.
  • Demonstrated capability in collaborating within a team and with customers.
  • Strong organizational skills, communicating with transparency to deliver project milestones.
  • Capable of breaking down complex problems and executing to solution.
  • Familiar with AI and possess a continuous improvement (Lean) mindset.

Perks & Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova
  • Access to the Employee Assistance Program
  • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions)
  • Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
  • Tuition assistance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Permissive time off
  • Relocation Assistance

Job Description

Job Description Summary

The Performance Solutions Engineer is a versatile role where in you will lead and own thermal and operational performance modeling and analysis for the Gas Power’s global installed base (aftermarket services) GT/ST/CC fleet in support of managing its life cycle performance and architecting performance risk and guarantees and Energy transition studies working closely with Application engineering and Commercial teams. As a Performance Engineer, your primary responsibilities will include but not limited to thermodynamic modeling, configuration and delivery of online thermal performance monitoring and diagnostics solutions to Gas Power and GEV Digital customers. You will actively use fleet data, tools, and methods to drive engineering and business decisions.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Drive performance evaluations for Global Gas plants which includes Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine and overall Combined Cycle with a system level thinking and broad sphere of influence with cross functional teams to define associated performance risk levels.
  • Identify and support engineering solutions to meet strategic engineering needs related to gas turbine, steam turbine, combined cycle power plant performance improvement in the decarbonization technologies.
  • Work closely with performance testing, application engineering, design & systems engineering, product management and project engineering functions to formulate the strategic action plan to retain the guaranteed performance and/or minimize the performance risk.
  • Use Gas Turbine and plant modeling and simulation software to configure thermal models to support the requisition of GEV suite of thermal performance monitoring systems.
  • Configure and deliver performance monitoring solutions with respect to the guaranteed values in accordance with industry codes and standards.
  • Leverage fleet data to lead root cause analysis (RCAs) and diagnostic efforts as needed to ensure effective and accurate customer issue resolution.
  • Coordinate with customers, Product Line, Sales, and Engineering to ensure proposed solutions are compatible with the customer needs, design standards and established quoting limits.
  • Support quality and champion LEAN/continuous improvements initiatives, design practices involving thermal performance and risk mitigation.
  • Proactively participate and support new initiatives including developing and protecting the Intellectual Property of GEV to enable impactful energy transition

Required Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Aeronautical Engineering.
  • 0-2 years of experience in Thermodynamic performance modeling expertise and/or Mechanical

Desired Characteristics:

  • Aptitude or experience that would demonstrate technical knowledge and understanding of Gas Turbine, Combined Cycle and Steam Turbine Thermodynamics.
  • Excellent attention to details including strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.
  • Consistently demonstrates design creativity and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Strong focus on safety, quality, execution, and process rigor.
  • Ability to rapidly shift priorities based on business needs.
  • Open-minded, self-motivated, and empowered to challenge thinking to dream big and take smart risks.
  • Demonstrated capability in collaborating within a team and customers to create an inclusive environment.
  • Strong organizational skills, communicating with transparency to deliver project milestones.
  • Capable of breaking down complex problems and executing to solution.
  • Familiar with AI and possess a continuous improvement (Lean) mindset.

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 $72,000.00 and $108,000.00. 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 December 22, 2025.

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.

6 Skills Required For This Role

Problem Solving Risk Management Risk Mitigation Strategic Financial Management Game Texts Performance Testing

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