Job Description Summary
The Lead Project Engineer owns the global project engineering activities, driving sound design, consistent functional specifications, and standardized processes across project implementations. The role focuses on understanding and meeting customer expectations through effective planning and flawless execution. It impacts departmental operations though project profit/loss and is responsible for both planning and executing key activities by a team.
While the role operates within established functional practices and procedures, it requires sound judgment and decision-making, typically under general guidance. The focus is on disciplined execution within a defined operational framework.
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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.
Essential Responsibilities:
The Electrical Substation Project Engineer is responsible for all aspects of high-voltage (HV) and extra high-voltage (EHV) substation design. Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and coordinate all technical aspects of AC power substation projects as part of a grid solutions integration projects business
- Serve as the technical lead on assigned engineering projects, including schedule development and updates, value engineering, planning and tracking of design reviews, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC).
- Develop key design documents such as power single-line diagrams, plan and elevation drawings, general substation arrangements, and layouts for HV bus, cables, equipment, conduit, wiring, grounding, and control buildings.
- Provide oversight and review of proposal-stage deliverables during the Inquiry-to-Order (ITO) process. This includes conceptual engineering, BOM development, technical specification preparation and review, sourcing support, and responses to customer clarifications.
- Act as the single point of contact for technical issues with the customer and project manager for medium sized projects. For large and complex projects the lead project engineer may report in to an Engineering Director.
- Support the engineering manager in maintaining team productivity and meeting billable hour targets.
- Direct engineers and designers, coordinating with sourcing and project teams to meet technical requirements, control costs, and adhere to schedules.
- Lead coordination across engineering disciplines to ensure integrated, end-to-end solutions.
- Accountable for team performance and delivery of high-quality products that meet customer critical-to-quality (CTQ) requirements-on time and within budget.
- Prepare equipment specifications and contractor work scopes, solicit and evaluate vendor quotations, and support equipment selection for components such as circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, disconnects, cable systems, and protection/control systems.
- Support final commissioning and technical interface with customers and stakeholders.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial or utility HV/EHV substation design, or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) with relevant experience.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%, including internationally, in compliance with company travel and tax policies.
Desired Characteristics:
- Experience with PG&E substation design standards is strongly preferred.
- U.S. Professional Engineering (PE) license in good standing and willingness to use it as part of the role.
- Background in Transmission & Distribution substation engineering, particularly for utility and renewable energy projects.
- Expertise in primary (outdoor) substation design and required technical calculations.
- Proficiency in key design calculations, including:
- Battery sizing and DC system component selection
- Power transformer and circuit breaker sizing and selection
- Protection coordination
- Cable and bus selection and rating
- Ground grid design and lightning protection
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Industrial power systems design experience (12.5 kV and above).
- In-depth knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and NESC codes and standards, with the ability to engineer solutions in the absence of detailed customer specifications.
- Field testing and commissioning experience, with a focus on safety.
- Demonstrated electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Comfortable interfacing with customers, with proven commercial experience including project management.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; experience with design automation and engineering software tools.
We deliver integrated project solutions to enable large scale electrification and support our customer needs.
* Must work Hybrid out of Pleasant Hill, CA
The salary range for this position is 88,600.00 - 118,100.00 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. 88,600.00 - 118,100.00 - 147,600.00 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: July 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