General:
Provide technical oversite for a team of highly skilled engineers in the execution of system engineering analysis to provide solutions developed to optimize grid interconnected generation, transmission or distribution.
Drive engineering tools strategy in the development of FACTS solutions.
Provides leadership, direction, oversight, and coaching for engineers as a technical mentor, including career development and regular performance reviews.
Participate in industry working groups (IEEE, Cigre, IEC) in the creation and application of industry standards as applied to FACTS.
Synchronous Condenser (SC):
Apply expertise in synchronous machines including theory, operation, and installation to develop and optimize synchronous condenser solutions.
Coordinate synchronous condenser system designs including specifications for circuit breakers, cooling systems, pony motors, excitation systems and step-up transformers.
Conduct necessary calculations for equipment selection in synchronous condenser projects, including load (var) flow, short-circuit, and insulation coordination.
Fixed Series Capacitors (FSC):
Develop, specify or review studies related to the technical design strategy for FSCs.
This will include advance studies related to the design requirements for capacitors, metal oxide varistors (MOVs) and the triggered air gap system (TAG).
Act as a senior reviewer for proposal and project execution as well as new product introduction (NPI) for above scope but, also including the protection and control hardware and software.
Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM):
Apply expertise in the specification of valves, reactors and protection and control systems to develop STATCOM designs in compliance with customer and industry requirements.
Understanding of grid-forming controls and virtual synchronous machine algorithms.
Perform site assessments for prospective STATCOM locations and adapt designs to fit within site constraints.
Knowledge of Real-Time Digital Simulation (RTDS) testing.
Qualifications / Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in technical area of expertise from an accredited university or college with a minimum of 10 years of related engineering experience or a Master’s Degree in technical area of expertise from an accredited university or college with a minimum of 7 years of related engineering experience.
Eligibility Requirements:
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% as required, which may include international travel, and be willing to comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
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: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $111,200.00 and $185,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on November 14, 2025.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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