Operations Engineer Jobs in South Carolina

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Activities contributing to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical improvement of existing products and components. Impacts departmental operations and is responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Roles and Responsibilities

- Responsible for execution of laboratory validation testing, inspection and data acquisition for use in the design and validation of products and services. Provide technical guidance for design and construction of test facilities, instrumentation systems and the development of test software.
- Provide operational leadership for daily test facility activities to ensure high reliability, availability, and performance of aeroderivative units and supporting systems.
- Lead diagnostics, troubleshooting, and real-time technical response across mechanical, instrumentation, valve, and electrical systems, using operating data and inspection results to resolve issues and drive corrective action.
- Provide leadership for maintenance and outage planning and execution across aeroderivative engines, packages, and balance-of-plant systems to sustain operational readiness and reliability.
- Oversee key maintenance support activities, including inventory management, borescope inspection review, engine health assessment, and engine exchange coordination to ensure efficient maintenance execution.
- Utilized GE digital tools, including Mark VIe control systems, to monitor real-time equipment performance and identify potential mechanical failures.
- Led root cause analyses on equipment failures, implemented corrective actions, and optimized balance-of-plant equipment including cooling towers, pumps, instrument air systems, and fuel gas compressors.
- Champion EHS excellence by ensuring all mechanical activities comply with GE Vernova standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Provide leadership for safe work execution during operation, outages, and maintenance through governance of LOTO and critical permit-to-work processes, including hot work, lifting, and confined space entry.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace or related) from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in power generation or aviation operations.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience with aviation based gas turbines.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Brayton cycle thermodynamics, rotordynamics, and high-speed rotating equipment.

Desired Characteristics

- Familiarity with GE Mark VI e control systems and Woodward Governor controls.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and external contractors, including craft labor, during high-pressure outage windows.
- Ability to translate complex mechanical data into actionable reports for executive leadership and customers.
- Ability to support 24/7 operations and respond to emergency forced outages as needed.
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

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 19, 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.