GE Vernova · 1 month ago
Senior Power Electronic Engineer - Valve Converter Engineering & Technology
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expGE Vernova is seeking a Senior Power Electronic Engineer to develop innovative power converters and power electronics-based equipment for HVDC transmission and DC grid architectures. The role involves collaborating with a dynamic team to design, validate, and ensure the integration of advanced solutions while mentoring junior engineers.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
Responsibilities
Design, model, analyze and validate power electronic topologies, converters and components for Voltage Source Converters (VSC), Modular Multilevel Converters (MMC) for HVDC and FACTS applications
Validate performance of developed solutions through simulations, supporting prototyping, and testing
Lead and take ownership of the development of requirement specifications, design specifications and test specifications
Document technology and results through patent applications, technical reports, and publications
Contribute to and lead the development of new products and advanced technological solutions within the HVDC and FACTS market
Mentor and guide a team of engineers in achieving the business objectives
Support the control and the system design teams to develop optimal holistic solutions
Develop design and sizing design tools
Ensure that solutions adopted are both technically appropriate and that GE Vernova has freedom to utilize these solutions
Ensure that work performed considers applicable international standards and policies
Transfer technology to engineering teams in GE Vernova to be included in next generation products and services
Stay current with advances in system technologies to seek out new ideas and applications
Work in an exciting international team environment with colleagues across GE Vernova and partners from industry, academia, and government agencies
Define, plan, and manage development activities independently
Participate in gate review meetings, design review meetings and quality processes
Ensure GE’s Health and Safety processes are adhered to by personnel
Qualification
Required
Doctorate degree in an Engineering field with a minimum of 8 years of experience in design, development and validation of power converters
or master's degree in an Engineering field with a minimum of 15 years of experience in design, development and validation of power converters
Minimum of 5 years' experience in development of complex power converters of >1MVA for grid or industrial applications (e.g., HVDC converter, HVDC multiterminal scheme, Wind/Solar converter, STATCOM, multi-level inverters, Rectifiers, Filters, Drives, etc)
Proficiency with MATLAB / Simulink and/ or PLECS, Psim, LTSpice, PSCAD or equivalent modelling software, for the converter and component simulation of VSC-HVDC applications or complex multi-level converters
Experience in commissioning projects and developing power electronic solutions for industrial and AC transmission grid applications
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Ability and willingness to travel 30% of the time, including international, and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies
Preferred
Deep understanding of Voltage-Sourced Converter (VSC) HVDC schemes. Some knowledge of LCC (Line Commutated Converter) would also be advantageous
At converter valve level, have wide design experience for electrical components inside converter valves including auxiliary circuits (gate drives, bypass switch, and protection elements)
Depth and/or breadth of knowledge of power electronics devices and power converter topologies including voltage sourced converters and current source converters
Demonstrated experience of developing innovative solutions
Deep understanding of power semiconductors devices such as IGBTs, Thyristors, Medium Voltage (MV) Power modules, etc., their control, testing, packaging, and thermal management
Have extensive electrical, power electronics and thermal experience in designing Voltage-Sourced Converters (VSC) or Line-Commutated Converters (LCC) or complex multilevel converters
Have wide experience in the design, specification and testing of power electronic components such as capacitors, inductors, and filters
Experience developing control solutions for industrial and AC transmission grid applications that are complying with grid-codes and relevant regulatory and international standards
Depth and/or breadth of knowledge of power electronics modulation techniques
Depth and/or breadth of knowledge of compliance with Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI), and/or ensuring the converters are EMI-robust/compliant
Analogue and digital electronics in a power-electronics environment, such as the design and testing of gate drivers and control electronics
Strong background in the control of power electronic systems, preferably having designed algorithms or having collaborated strongly alongside control designers
Experience sizing and designing power system solutions (main circuit design, key component specifications such filters and transformers, Layout, project, commercial, etc.), or strong liaison with the relevant departments
Understanding of power systems (operation, stability, static operation, protection, etc.)
Strong experience on simulation tools such as Matlab-Simulink, PSCAD-EMTDC
Knowledge of plant and power network electrical systems and equipment
Good knowledge and understanding of power system analysis
Knowledge of Grid-Following and Grid-Forming techniques
Experience interacting with customers and regulatory stakeholders (e.g. TSO's, developers, government agencies)
Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership
Experience with application for government funding and project proposal writing including tendering document for commercial offers
Experience with program management, which includes setting up schedules, milestones, technical reviews, tracking funding, etc
Demonstrated ability to take an innovative idea from a concept to a product
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.68MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
2024-12-03Grant· $1.99M
2024-12-03Grant· $2.99M
2024-11-18Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
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