Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Project Engineer to join our team at GE Vernova Grid Solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FACTS project engineering, with a focus on power transmission systems. The Lead Project Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing systems for our Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS), ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical equipment design for FACTS devices, including Fixed Series Capacitors and Synchronous Condensers.
• Develop equipment studies, equipment specifications, issue material purchase requests, and evaluate vendor quotations for FACTS equipment including capacitors, arresters, reactors, rotating equipment, high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, high voltage cable, and protection and control systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including control engineers, design engineers, and technical project managers, to ensure the successful project execution.
• Conduct system modeling, simulation, and analysis to optimize electrical design and improve system performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and support their professional development.
• Participate in the testing and validation of FACTS systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in FACTS systems engineering and power systems technology.
• Prepare technical documentation, including test plans, training, and user manuals.
• Support business development activities by providing technical expertise and contributing to proposal development.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering, or Master’s Degree and 2 years FACTS experience
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% (including international), in compliance with company travel and tax policies

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent knowledge of substation design, power systems, and experience using IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NEC, and NESC standards and codes.
• Proficiency in software tools such as Word, Excel, Windchill Imagine, Tableau, ATP and Python.
• Experience with control systems, equipment schematics, installation, field-testing and commissioning of HV equipment, including required safe work habits
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think analytically and strategically.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing engineering projects.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

We deliver integrated project solutions to enable large scale electrification and support our customer needs.

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 $80 000,00 and $120 000,00. 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.