Job Description SummaryBecome part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
The purpose of this senior-level engineering role is to apply significant technical leadership and go beyond just engineering fundamentals.
It is to encompass project management, mentoring, cross-functional collaboration, and innovation. Ensuring the highest levels of engineering information is available, applied and implemented.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical and cooling engineers, and external compliance experts to ensure that our products are robust, compliant, and manufacturable.
You will lead teams to deliver the relevant aspects of assigned projects through design, investigation, testing and analysis. Collaborate with sourcing and third-party suppliers to ensure GE Vernova get best value and drive the delivery.
Job DescriptionRole Summary / Overview- As a Senior Interdisciplinary Engineer (SPB3) within our HVDC Valve Engineering team, you will drive the development of market-leading valve designs that balance robustness, reliability, efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
- Operating at the intersection of electrical and mechanical engineering, you will serve as a technical authority, guiding product development from concept through testing, manufacturing, and installation.
- You will champion design excellence, safety compliance, and mentor the next generation of engineers while actively contributing to global industry standards.
Key Roles and ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & Design Authority- Serve as a designated technical authority and approver for critical design reviews, risk assessments, and Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
- Collaborate cross-functionally across the business to ensure GE Vernova delivers the most robust, reliable, efficient, safe, and cost-effective valve designs to the market.
- Act as the primary technical anchor for critical decision-making regarding complex electro-mechanical interactions within HVDC valve systems.
Testing, Quality, & EHS Excellence- Ensure the highest levels of safety are integrated into testing, manufacturing, and installation procedures, reflecting these rigorous standards within all technical documentation.
- Provide vital support during the testing lifecycle, including the review of Inspection & Test Plans (ITP), evaluation of test circuit designs/setups, and hands-on physical presence during critical testing phases.
Documentation & Standards Compliance- Author, review, and approve high-quality technical documentation, product specifications, and engineering reports.
- Ensure all internal documentation and designs strictly comply with relevant international standards; act proactively within industry forums and committees to shape the codes and standards of the future.
Stakeholder Communication & Mentorship- Translate and communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to non-technical stakeholders, executive leadership, and external customers.
- Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, proactively developing technical competencies, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and sharing best practices across the team.
Candidate Profile- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related interdisciplinary engineering discipline.
- Core Experience:
- Extensive, hands-on experience in both the electrical and mechanical design and development of HVDC Valves or complex power electronics systems.
- Comprehensive end-to-end understanding of the elements associated with the design, manufacturing, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site installation of HVDC Valves.
- Demonstrated track record of technical leadership, successfully guiding multidisciplinary engineering teams on a global scale.
- Personal Attributes:
- Ability to thrive, collaborate, and lead effectively within diverse, multi-cultural global environments.
- Strong drive to acquire new skills, solve complex multi-domain engineering problems, and foster a collaborative knowledge-sharing culture.
- Agility to work quickly, efficiently, and decisively within a fast-paced engineering organization.
Desired Characteristics- EHS Leadership: Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance, with relevant safety/environmental certifications or training.
- Tools & Methodologies: Proficiency in engineering document control systems/methodologies; familiarity with CAD software (CREO preferred) for interpreting and reviewing technical drawings.
- Communication & Influence: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; capable of interfacing credibly and effectively with all levels of the organization.
- Problem-Solving: Advanced analytical and problem-resolution skills, capable of root-cause analysis for complex electro-mechanical issues.
- Continuous Improvement: Experience with Lean manufacturing or engineering principles preferred.
About Us:GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. 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 - and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
About GEV Grid Solutions:At GEV 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 GEV, 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 energy transition.
What we offer:A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No
