Senior Technical Leader - System design (m/f/d)

Job Description Summary

About GE Grid Solutions: At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work: At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we are always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you will 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 will be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

The global energy transition demands a massive expansion of the electrical transmission network to integrate renewable energy sources and strengthen interconnections between grids. High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) systems, FACTS and Advanced AC Substations (ACS) are at the core of this transformation-enabling efficient, reliable, and flexible power transmission across regions and countries.

Within GE Vernova's Grid Systems Integration business, the Senior Technical Leader - System design acts as the regional technical authority for system design activities, supporting project execution, design optimization, and competence development across assigned geographies.

This role ensures the consistent application of design standards and best practices across HVDC converter stations, FACTS and ACS substations, covering the full system design and technical expertise scope-from conceptual study, technical coordination, high-voltage and equipment specification, insulation coordination, and integration with other disciplines.

Job Description

The Senior Technical Leader - System design connects global domain expertise with Regional projects teams, ensuring technical excellence, safety, and quality in the delivery of HVDC and ACS projects.

• Serve as the regional technical authority, providing expert guidance to design, project, and tendering teams.
• Review and guide system design to ensure compliance with design standards, safety, and operability requirements.
• Support interdisciplinary design coordination between primary, secondary, civil, and control teams to ensure consistency and correctness of interfaces.
• Be the reference to arbitrate and review key system design against grid code requirements and other System Design principles

• Act as the primary regional interface between global domain leaders and local project teams for system design topics.
• Support tenders and project execution by providing technical expertise, risk assessments, and optimized engineering solutions tailored to project needs.
• Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to ensure equipment compliance with specifications and interface requirements.
• Drive alignment of engineering deliverables with customer specifications and project standards.

• Mentor and coach engineers on system study and Engineering, HVDC yard concepts, and ACS substation design practices.
• Facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions to capture and disseminate lessons learned and best practices across regional teams.

• Provide structured feedback to global R&D and product development teams based on project experience and customer feedback.

• Work closely with Project Engineering Managers, Plant Engineering Leads, Civil and Control Engineers, and Product Managers to ensure design consistency and quality.
• Represent GE Vernova in technical discussions with utilities, consultants, and partners during forums.
• Should actively participate in standards update / development with relevant authorities such VDE, IEC, CENELEC

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).
• 20+ years of experience in HVDC, FACTS, or AC substation primary/plant design, including engineering, integration, or commissioning.
• Experience in with power transmission domains including Wind, Solar, HVDC, and HV substations.
• Strong technical expertise in:
  • Relevant software tools for power system analysis.
  • Conceptual design of HVDC converter stations and high-voltage substations.
  • High-voltage equipment: circuit breakers, disconnectors, instrument transformers, bushings, surge arresters, etc.
  • Insulation coordination, clearance studies, and earthing system design.
• Knowledge of standards and regulations such as IEC, IEEE, EN, and other grid code requirements for HVDC, FACTS and AC systems such as VDE, CENELEC
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record of driving process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Willingness to travel ~20% of time , regionally and occasionally internationally;
• Fluent in German and English

• Working in an international team
• A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements.
• Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities.