Edison Engineering Development Program Job at GE

GE (NYSE: GE) works on things that matter. The best people and the best
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energy, health and home, transportation and finance. Building, powering,
moving and curing the world. Not just imagining. Doing. GE works.


We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Edison Engineering Development Program

Job Number: 2293111
Location: Lagos
Business: GE Power & Water
Business Segment: PW-PGS Power Generation Services

Role Summary/Purpose

• EEDP is an intensive program for people with a passion for
  technology, a drive for technical excellence, and share in GE’s core
  values.
• The program is designed to accelerate participants’ professional
  development with intense technical training and a variety of
  business-critical assignments.
• Graduates have the technical/business foundation to proactively/continually make innovative contributions to GE’s future.
• If you love technology and want a career in engineering, the EEDP is for you.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering; Majors in
  Electrical, Mechanical, Aero or Materials only will be considered.
• Must have valid authorization to work full-time without any restriction in Nigeria
• Must be willing to relocate as business needs change.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate technical problems in clear and simple terms.
• Candidates must be able to gain acceptance to the University of
  Georgia Technology or North Carolina State University for Masters in
  Engineering Program.
• Knowledge of advanced mathematics, including calculus and differential equations.
• Prior intern, co-op, or research experience in design engineering, manufacturing, or computer science/computer engineering.
• Experience writing technical reports. 
• GPA greater than or equal to 3.25/ 4.0 overall (University of Georgia Tech. requires 3.3 for entry)
• Candidate must be able to receive acceptable scores for GRE and TOFEL for University acceptance.
• A valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate will be required (please indicate clearly on your resume)
• Candidate must qualify for J1 US Visa requirements.

Essential Responsibilities
“This job is for the GE Power & Water Business”

• EEDP’s at Power & Water experience technically challenging rotations that are driven by innovation.
• Advanced academic exposure, experience and training combined
  with mentoring and guidance from assignment managers, prepares members
  with the technical skills and values needed to achieve a successful
  career in technology.
• Engineers are currently working to develop expertise in the Power Generation Industry.
• The core engineering skills gained in assignments are enhanced through GE advanced courses in engineering (ACE).
• Candidates will be expected to complete their masters in core
  engineering from the University of Georgia Technology or North Carolina
  State University through distance learning. Corporate courses are also
  provided.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Desired Characteristics:

• Majoring in Mechanical Eng or Electrical Eng, that have prior
  intern, co-op, or research experience in an engineering environment That
  have a strong commitment to a career in technology and a passion for
  engineering.
• That have demonstrated an analytic approach to problem solving
  and that have demonstrated leadership skills, community involvement, and
  a passion for technology.

How to Apply

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