Senior Power Systems Engineer - Railway Systems

Job Description

As the Senior Power Systems Engineer- Railway Systems see you shape the technical direction of complex rail electrification projects, influencing design from pre-bid all the way through to delivery. You'll work on multi-megawatt power systems, advanced converter technologies, and ensure robust compliance with Network Rail and Grid Code standards.

You'll be the go-to technical expert within a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, applying modelling, simulation, and innovation to electrify rail networks more reliably, efficiently, and sustainably.

What You'll Do
• Act as the technical authority on railway power systems, power quality, and EMC impacts
• Design and model multi-MW rail electrification systems, including power converters and protection schemes
• Provide guidance to cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and delivery teams
• Lead technical analysis using tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, ETAP, or DigSilent
• Support full lifecycle project activity from pre-bid, tendering, through to execution and validation
• Ensure all solutions comply with applicable Network Rail, national grid, and international standards
• Represent GE in technical discussions with customers, suppliers, and industry bodies
• Contribute to the ongoing power systems strategy for rail and utilities within the UK and globally
• Drive innovation and technology adoption to meet the demands of future railway infrastructure
• Collaborate with sales and business development teams in technical workshops and customer engagement
• Support timely and quality-driven project delivery, balancing cost and performance.

What You'll Bring
• Degree in Electrical/Power Engineering, ideally with a focus on power systems
• Significant experience in railway power systems, grid connection, and power quality/EMC
• Strong knowledge of power electronic converter systems in rail or industrial settings
• Track record of designing or reviewing rail electrification systems (HV/MV/LV)
• Familiarity with engineering tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, ETAP, or DigSilent

What Will Make You Stand Out
• Experience working on UK rail infrastructure or similar regulated transport/power projects
• Ability to lead multiple technical workstreams in a fast-paced, evolving project environment
• Strong stakeholder communication and technical presentation skills
• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to explain complex systems clearly
• Experience embedding safety and compliance into technical designs
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel (UK and international, short term)

Why GE Vernova - Power Conversion?
• Work at the forefront of rail decarbonisation and infrastructure modernisation
• Influence high-impact, complex systems across the full engineering lifecycle
• Collaborate with a world-class team focused on sustainability, electrification, and innovation

You can expect from us

• Challenging and exciting projects.
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits include: employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
• 26 days' vacation plus bank holidays

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Rugby, United Kingdom

Job ID: GE_power-1861322649

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-06T15:33:28