Senior Engineer- Technical and Planning Solutions
Schenectady, NY - USA
Job Summary
The Role
As a Senior Engineer within the Technical and Planning Solutions (TPS) practice area you will be a key contributor to business initiatives supporting the energy transition. You will leverage your technical expertise to solve complex power system challenges providing actionable insights that drive grid reliability and renewable integration.
Essential Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership: Lead complex transmission system studies including load flow short-circuit stability and voltage analysis.
- Grid Modernization: Support the integration of renewable energy and battery storage evaluating grid code compliance and system impact for bulk power networks.
- Modeling & Simulation: Perform detailed electromagnetic transient (EMT) and steady-state studies; develop advanced user-defined equipment models.
- Client Engagement: Lead proposal development and client communications. Translate complex technical findings into clear value-driven reports and executive presentations.
- Thought Leadership: Act as a subject matter expert. Enhance industry knowledge by presenting at regional forums conferences and participating in IEEE/CIGRE working groups.
- Collaboration: Foster a culture of quality innovation and teamwork within a global cross-functional environment.
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems focus) or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of industry experience performing short-circuit transient steady-state and dynamic analysis.
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering/Power Systems (no industry experience required).
- Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated application of industry-standard tools (e.g. PSLF PSSE PSCAD/EMTDC EMTP PowerFactory ASPEN OneLiner DSATools).
- Proficiency in Python MATLAB or FORTRAN for simulation automation and data analysis.
- Solid understanding of inverter-based resource (IBR) control systems and familiarity with Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) standards (e.g. PJM CAISO ERCOT MISO SPP).
Eligibility Requirements
- Willingness to travel (up to 20%) to support project work client meetings and industry conferences.
- This position offers flexibility for remote work within the United States.
Desired Characteristics
- Advanced experience in developing/modifying dynamic user-defined models in PSSE PSLF or PSCAD.
- Proficiency in C/C for advanced software scripting and automation.
- Demonstrated ability to apply complex mathematics to real-world power system stability problems.
- Proven project management skills and experience managing technical client deliverables.
- Background in Data Center load studies or industrial power system design.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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: No
Required Experience:
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