Job Description Summary

Becoming Vernova
Looking to make a global impact and solve problems?

Through relentless innovation and continuous collaboration with our customers, GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, is providing more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today and building the energy technologies of the future.

What Impact you'll make:
The Electrical Engineer - Facilities will leverage a wide base of knowledge and practical skills across all types of electrical systems, up to 15kV, with a focus on Electrical Generation/Protection and Medium Voltage Distribution equipment.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work in a team environment with safety as the highest priority.
• Be part of the facilities design team to support electrical system design, commissioning, operations, and technical troubleshooting of all levels of the electrical systems.
• Lead and provide the primary technical direction on facility-based projects to both GE Vernova & Vendor teams.
• Work closely with Mechanical/Process engineers to understand the overall process system designs and account for these systems in the electrical design. 
• Interface with electrical equipment suppliers for Request for Quote (RFQ’s), vendor drawing reviews, and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) planning.
• Understand and write detailed electrical technical specifications (i.e., power transformers, Switchgear, electrical panels etc.) to be used for electrical equipment procurement.
• Develop technical instructions/procedures (LOTO Procedures) for working on electrical equipment safely.   
• Effectively communicate results to both internal and external customers by preparing detailed written reports or presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and customer value propositions.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university with a minimum of 8 years’ experience or a 2-year Electrical Technology Degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Electrical construction experience performing inspections during installation, addressing RFI and resolving general issues to meet project design intent and schedule.
• Hands on Experience with Electrical Testing on 15kV Transformers, Utility sized Generators (50MW+) Switchgear, MCC, Power Panels, VFDs, Protection Relays and an overall understanding of electrical protection schemes.

Desired Characteristics

• Electrical Commissioning Experience in a Power Generation facility with a focus on Electrical Equipment testing and overall electrical system startup.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with at least 10 years in electrical system design and grid connected power system.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical or electric power construction, installation, operation or maintenance with conventional or renewable power plant, transmission or distribution systems in electric power utilities, power equipment manufacturing, high-voltage and high-power equipment testing.
• Working knowledge of the electrical codes and standards that apply to large scale Energy systems all around the world (i.e., IEC, UL, NEC, BDEW, CEI, NESC etc.).
• Power study experience including coordination, short circuit, load-flow and arc flash analysis using EasyPower, SKM or similar modeling software packages,
• Experience in developing single and three line distribution drawings
• Good organizational skills, with ability to prioritize multiple tasks/projects.
• Strong working knowledge with power electronics and controls equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. ability to effectively communicate with all levels).
• Ability to summarize and communicate complex technical information.
• Understanding of electric grid and its operations.
• Understanding/experience with electrical control systems.

About Us

Inclusion & Diversity At GE, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.  

Click here to learn more:  https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/diversity-at-ge

For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $111,200.00 - 185,400.00 USD Annual.

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 15% variable performance bonus.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This position will stay open on the career website until at least 8/21/2024.

Benefits Available to You:

GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

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.

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.

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