Lead Electrical Design Engineer
Yesterday• Schenectady, NY
Job Description Summary
As a member of the Generator & Electrical Systems team, this role will be responsible for design and active contributor to the electrical engineering community as an expert, as well a performing firsthand engineering on projects.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Responsible for leading project execution of engineering activities for Electrical Interconnections and cabling, Electrical equipment engineering and other Electrical engineering related activities.
- Responsible and take ownership of On Time Delivery (OTD) and ensure fulfilment of design and quality of the scope of supply.
- Lead technical issue resolution to internal and external customers.
- Review internal deliverables, external deliverables.
- Verify the concept, calculation and sizing of engineering parameters.
- Support on engineering guidelines/desgin criteria/specification to reflect with applicable rules, regulations codes and standards and according to good engineering practices.
- Coordinate with cross functional Engineering teams to execute project deliverables. Collaborate with suppliers as needed.
- Review and lead on Root Cause Analysis, Design Review of Changes and new design.
- Review and support technical issues, site issues, commissioning, root cause analysis for engineering related issues.
- Embrace Lean and make the connection between lean concepts, principles, tools, and the design work and bring continuous improvement ideas and standard work.
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Required Qualifications
- Minimum 15 years' experience in required field in Electrical engineering, Electrical systems, Power systems.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
- Significant experience of engineering or related activities on assigned items
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Strong design and analytical background
- Ability to drive projects to complete successfully.
- Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers.
Desired Characteristics
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain working relationship with team members
Note:
To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.
Additional Information
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: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. 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.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on March 06, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Client-provided location(s): Schenectady, NY
Job ID: GE_power-1504977389
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-07T18:32:03
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
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