Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova’s businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.
As a Lead Applications Engineer in the Carbon Capture Technology Breakout, you will conduct research on advanced engineered sorbent material systems as applied to industrial challenges across the Vernova Advanced Research portfolio, including decarbonization and power generation. You will be responsible for applying system-level engineering principles, computational modeling approaches and experimental techniques to define the system operation process for the products within our product roadmap, including for point source and direct air carbon capture and atmospheric water harvesting.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Conduct applied research in sorption and separation technologies, including system design, fabrication & testing, process development and optimization, and performance evaluation.
Lead and conduct the optimization of system engineering, showing through experimentation the impacts of process optimization, including sorbent, contactor, component and system modification.
Apply data and create technical documents to support field deployments of prototypes, pilots, and/or products. Monitor and support deployed prototypes and pilots, observing product performance in the field (remotely) and ensuring optimal system performance.
Work collaboratively with the business and customers to determine system level performance requirements and develop fundamental system knowledge through experimentation and modeling. Work closely across the sorbent, coating, prototype testing and system modeling teams to ensure technical feasibility and timely delivery of product features. Iteratively improve performance for various applications, such as carbon capture (direct air and post-combustion) and atmospheric water extraction.
Develop technical datasheets to effectively communicate product value proposition to customers. Support technology transfer and scale up of the developed processes at pilot and commercial sites and to business and external customers. Advise and support go-to-market strategies, ensuring a strong technical path toward successful pilots and product launches.
Identify novel material system structures and system configurations with improved performance (productivity, cyclability, etc.), greater reliability, and lower energy requirements, especially under relevant environmental conditions (pressure, temperature, relative humidity, flow).
Be a member of a multidisciplinary team, including Chemists, Material Scientists, Chemical Engineers, Thermal Engineers, and Mechanical Engineers to develop material systems across diverse application spaces.
Build relationships with colleagues at GE Vernova Advanced Research with a wide variety of technical expertise and business responsibilities. Engage in all facets of technical development, including laboratory testing, modelling, and prototype and systems development.
Identify and form collaborative relationships with suppliers, vendors and industrial partners, as well as GE experts to leverage internal capability and increase impact.
Investigate, identify and pursue commercial opportunities, proposing solutions to some of the world’s toughest challenges.
Support IP strategy development and prior art analysis, write disclosures and patent applications and collect rigorous experimental data for IP patent processes.
Deliver technical results, progress and insights through effective presentations, reports, and publications to GE Vernova Advanced Research leadership, the GE Vernova businesses, government agencies, professional societies, and peer-reviewed journals.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Biomechanical, Bioengineering, or related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of industrial research experience in sorption and/or separation technologies or an MS degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Biomechanical, Bioengineering, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of industrial research experience in sorption and/or separation technologies or a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Biomechanical, Bioengineering, or related discipline with a minimum of 7 years of industrial research experience in sorption and/or separation technologies
Proven record of innovation in areas related to separation technologies, with strong knowledge of engineering principles, such as heat and mass transport, fluid dynamics, engineering statistics, reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and process modeling and simulation.
Demonstrated ability to design, fabricate, deploy and test sorption-based prototypes in laboratory and relevant environmental conditions.
Practical knowledge of safety practices as it relates to experimental design and lab practices.
Demonstrated project execution and leadership experience, collaborative teaming & ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team.
Strong analytical skills.
Execution mindset and sense of urgency.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a global team environment.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
Desired Characteristics
Expertise in the design, fabrication and process development of new material systems, including sorbent materials, and their associated manufacturing processes.
Experience with the development of material systems for carbon capture and atmospheric water extraction applications.
Ability to and experience in transitioning products from R&D to prototyping to manufacturing.
Knowledge of design of experiments (DoE), familiarity with statistical analysis methodologies like Lean/Six-Sigma and a desire to become Six Sigma certified. Knowledge of Design-Expert, JMP or Minitab for design and analysis of DoE studies.
Experience in automated processes including use of LabView
Experience developing patentable intellectual property
Experience writing successful R&D proposals, including to government agencies
Demonstrated capability to work in a multidisciplinary environment. Comfort interacting horizontally and vertically both within and across organizational boundaries
Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills using innovative and hands-on solutions
Strong interpersonal skills initiative, high self-confidence and have goals for a career in industrial research.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to adapt to change and willingness to be flexible in a global team environment.
The base pay range for this position is $98,400-$164,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. This position will be posted until at least 5/20/2025.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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