Senior Electrical Project Engineer

Job Description Summary

Own the project control activity globally and drive consistent functional specifications and common global processes for projects implementation. Activities that are conducted to better understand or ultimately meet the expectations of the customer Impacts the team's ability to achieve service, quality and timeliness of objectives. The role is subject to operating policy objectives. There is moderate autonomy within the role. High levels of operational judgment are required to achieve outcomes required.

Job Description

About Us :

Come bring your energy to change the world

Grid Solutions, part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

GE Vernova, a dynamic accelerator comprised of our Power, Renewable Energy, Digital and Energy Financial Services businesses, is focused on leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of energy, come join us!

Why we come to work :

At GE Vernova, our Engineers are always up for the challenge -and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the green energy transition.

Responsibilities :

The Senior electrical substation Project Engineer is responsible for all aspects of HV / EHV substation design including :

Leading and coordinating all technical aspects of AC power substation projects.

The Sr. Project Engineer must lead the team providing clear direction, expectations, and reviews to ensure goals are met or exceeded.

The Sr. Project Engineer must identify key internal & external stake holders and their needs such as technical information, execution strategy, and drive effective communications to align people for efficient work.

Direct the efforts of engineers and designers, coordinate with sourcing and the project team on technical matters to meet project specifications, cost control, and schedule objectives.

Interface with internal and external team members such as Principal engineers, Protection and Control Engineers, Civil Structural Engineers, Electrical Physical Designers, Draftsmen, Project Managers, and support organizations.

Directly responsible to develop the HV / EHV single line diagrams as well as the substation outdoor physical design for the general substation arrangement and layout, plan and elevation drawings, and layouts for high voltage bus, cable, high voltage equipment, conduit, cable, and wiring, grounding, and control buildings.

Must oversee if not self-perform related studies and calculations as well as development of the bills of material.

Writing high voltage equipment specifications and issuance of material purchase request forms, and vendor quotation evaluation for substation equipment including high voltage circuit breakers, switchgear, disconnects, high voltage power transformers, high voltage cable, and protection and control systems.

Develop scope of work documents with deliverables and schedule for subcontracted engineering work and oversee the successful completion of the work.

Single point of contact for technical issues for the customer and project manager. This is a customer facing role that requires an assuring credible presence in front of the customer and demonstrated commercial experience such as Project Management.

The Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for technical change and risk management and oversees the technical scope completeness for project commercial closure.

Accountable for the quality of self and team’s deliverables

Provide direction on development of engineering schedules, track, and monitor deliverables to meet “On time Delivery” and “Say Do Ratio” KPIs.

The Sr. Project Engineer will lead Gate and Design Reviews.

Work on the development of proposals including writing and / or reviewing technical specifications, estimating design man-hours and materials, supporting sourcing for vendor quotations, directing designers and draftsmen on drawing requirements, and the development of clarifications and exceptions as well as technical responses.

Define processes, procedures, and a LEAN approach to perform Root Cause Analysis, perform corrective actions, and validate process control.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Minimum ten (10) years experience in industrial, renewable, or utility HV & EHV substation design

Professional Engineering license in the United States, and willing to review and seal drawings

Ability and willingness to travel 20% of the time, including international, and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies

Desired Characteristics :

Excellent computer skills, including automation tools and software development, and familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD) and / or 3D CAD packages with BIM

Experience with HVDC or FACTS plant engineering

Working knowledge of applicable design calculations such as battery sizing & DC system component selection, power transformer and circuit breaker selection, control and power cable selection and rating, bus, fittings, insulator, and arrector selection, ground grid design, and lightning protection

Knowledge of power system studies such a load flows, short circuit calculations, and insulation coordination

Experience with GIS substation projects, as well as AIS

Knowledge of and experience using IEEE and ANSI standards and codes such as the NEC and NESC. Moreover, the ability to engineer design packages when no clear customer specification is provided

Field testing and commissioning experience

Demonstrated electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capability

Designs solutions with Field Constructability & a safety mindset

Self-motivated with excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to develop and implement standards and structured programs, including quality

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

The salary range for this position is 131,700.00 - 175,500.00 USD Annually. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. 131,700.00 - 175,500.00 - 219,300.00 USD Annual

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.

Projected Closeout Date : March 21st, 2025

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

LI-Remote - This is a remote position

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.

Salary : $175,500 - $219,300