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GE Vernova

Secondary Design Engineer (f/m)

Katowice, Poland

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova, Grid Solutions is serving customers globally with over 14,000 employees in around 80 countries. Grid Solutions equips 90% of power utilities worldwide to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to the end power consumers.

Grid Solutions offers advanced products and services ranging from power electronics, high voltage equipment, automation & protection, software solutions to projects & services. As part of Projects & Service, GS provides Turnkey Projects & Consulting, Electrical Balance of Plant, HV substations and maintenance & asset management.

The Secondary Design Engineer is responsible for the design and engineering of the Control and other Low Voltage (LV) matter of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) substation projects in the Power System industry sector. This position will work closely with other designers, engineers, and the project managers to ensure compliance with contractual specifications, project schedules, and budget constraints

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Job Description

The Secondary Design Engineer will have the following key missions:

  • Define all equipment and documents necessary to meet customer needs, including Cubicles for Control & Protection and cubicles for Auxiliary Services, LV cables, battery cells, and chargers
  • Establish basic design, and then detailed drawings in compliance with contractual specifications during the Basic Design/Principle phase, using CAD tools in line with company processes
  • Establish technical specifications for LV equipment supplied by internal partners and external suppliers
  • Analyze technical proposals received and participate in technical clarifications with equipment suppliers by supporting the Sourcing department
  • Establish Bill of Quantities for LV equipment (Request for Procurement) and technical specifications for necessary erection tools Participate in factory acceptance tests and reception of HV equipment in compliance with contractual technical specifications and project time schedules

Desired Profile:

The ideal candidate for the Secondary Design Engineer position should possess the following qualifications and competencies:

  • Graduate from Electrical or Electro-technical school
  • Proven experience in high voltage (HV) transmission substation activities or other industrial domain, including knowledge of electrical installations, control and protection systems, turnkey projects development, and interfaces
  • Skills in low voltage (LV) installation, digital and conventional control systems, and be familiar with international standards.
  • Experience in designing schematics and cable synoptic using principle diagrams, and knowledge
  • Knowledge of different telecom interfaces for each technology
  • Knowledge of basic electro technique rules, apparent power, and power factors
  • Efficient management of detailed design using CAD tools
  • Compliance with contractual specifications, project schedules, and budget constraints
  • Ability to analyze technical proposals and make informed decisions
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team
  • Fluent in English and Polish, reading / writing

Performance Measurement

The performance of the Secondary Design Engineer will be measured based on:

Quality of design and accuracy of technical specifications

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Katowice, Poland
Job ID: GE_power-GE11GLOBALR3747981EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

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
  • 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
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)