GE Vernova
Lead Power Systems Engineer - Grid Integration and Stability, Consulting Services
(MAPS) software, as well as PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSCAD, EMTP, ASPEN, ETAP, other commercial application tools, and many specialized in-house tools. Our team also has deep experience with voltage control and reactive planning issues as well as the tools and procedures that are most effective in studying them. We perform detailed steady state, voltage and transient stability studies of regional transmission systems, generation interconnections, and renewable generation impacts, as well as specialized studies for sub-synchronous resonance, and torsional and control interactions.Job Description
Role Summary/Purpose
As a member of the Consulting Services Grid Integration and Stability (GIS) practice area, the selected candidate will be an active contributor to the GE Vernova business initiatives related to power systems and power electronics equipment and services to support energy transition.
Essential Responsibilities:
Perform technical analysis related to power electronic and power systems control of renewable generation, battery energy storage systems, large industrial drives, and FACTS.
Support customers with power systems engineering expertise; including modeling, analysis, equipment design and specification, and failure mode analysis.
Create, modify, and parametrize simulation models representing GE Vernova inverter-based resources (IBR) products like wind turbines, solar and battery storage.
Evaluate grid code compliance and impact of renewable projects in bulk power systems.
Support development of transmission and distribution connected IBR and distributed energy resource (DER) products for evolving codes and standards through participation in industry standards groups.
Perform power system transient studies, and detailed equipment modeling using appropriate software tools.
Develop technical understanding of electrical characteristics of GEV’s power electronic generation and transmission products and their integration to electrical grids.
Effectively communicate results to both internal and external customers by preparing detailed written reports or presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and customer value propositions.
Enhance industry knowledge and present technical content in regional forums and conferences; serve as a thought leader in industry activities.
Actively participate in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are prized.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Master’s degree in electrical engineering or electric power engineering or related field of study and minimum three (3) years of industry experience performing transient analysis using simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP and steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSAT.
Three (3) years of industry experience with the use and application of common programming languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN).
OR Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, electric power engineering, or related field of study – no industry experience is required with this qualification.
Strong background in power system analysis.
Solid understanding of inverter-based resources (control system) design and application considerations with experience developing user-defined models
Eligibility Requirements
Willingness to travel for supporting project work, meeting team members, attending industry standard working group meetings and conferences (up to 10%)
This position is eligible for remote work within the United States.
Desired Characteristics:
Advanced experience in creating and modifying dynamic user models in simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSATand PSLF is a plus.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. ability to effectively communicate with all levels of GE Vernova and customer/plant staff).
Advanced experience with steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and use of programming languages like C and C++ is a plus
Experience in electromagnetic transient simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP.
Advanced experience with dynamic and time-domain simulation tools (e.g. FORTRAN programming of user-written models in PSCAD (“black box” models) and in EMTP as well as PSS/E, use of Python/MATLAB scripting to automate execution and analysis of multiple simulations).
Demonstrated application of complex mathematics and engineering to real-world electric power system problems.
IEEE/CIGRE published articles related to power systems engineering topics, participation in industry standards working groups.
Experience with Data Center related studies is a plus.
Project management experience.
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 $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 June 17, 2026.
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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