GE Vernova · 1 month ago
Lead Engineer – Electric Power Systems
Niskayuna
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$98K/yr - $164K/yr
2+ years expGE Vernova is focused on driving strategy and leading research & development efforts for the energy transition. As a Lead Engineer - Electric Power Systems, you will contribute to the development of advanced electrical power and energy systems, engaging with various GE Vernova businesses to support technology development in renewable energy integration and system analysis.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
No H1B
Responsibilities
Participate in the development of new technologies and capabilities for GE Vernova's power generation, transmission, distribution and end-user product offerings by analyzing system requirements and needs to be translated into existing and new products
Develop algorithms to aggregate distributed energy resources (DERs) to provide services to the grid in a microgrid or virtual power plant configuration
Develop techniques to efficiently assess the impact of DERs on the grid and develop mitigation strategies
Adapt modern distribution automation and management systems for operation with DERs
Develop electrical system requirements into projects related to power electronics, electrical machines, propulsion system, energy storage systems, etc
Join multi-disciplinary project teams and provide power system analysis expertise in areas such as real-time modeling, simulation, network modeling, system analysis, protection, transient stability analysis, grid codes, Smart Grid concepts, economic dispatch, HVDC/FACTS, etc
Perform analytical work to define, meet or exceed customer entitlements
Participate in the development and identification of technology, product and service opportunities
Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and value obtained
Connect the organization to the latest technology developments and trends
Demonstrate awareness of competing and disruptive technologies
Contribute to proposals for GE Vernova businesses as well as government agencies
Qualification
Required
Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in electric power systems or related field or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 6 years of experience in electric power systems or related field
Demonstrated power system engineering experience in at least two of the following: Power system modeling, Protection and stability, Transmission or distribution system planning and optimization, Impact of novel and intelligent devices on power systems (e.g. HVDC, FACTS, storage, electric vehicles etc.), Control and communication technologies, AI/Machine Learning application to power systems
Experience with implementation of control algorithms and analytics in control hardware or energy/distribution management systems in a field or lab hardware in the loop environment (e.g. RTDS) and PSCAD simulation capability
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship. This role is not eligible for employer immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
Preferred
Experience with microgrid control, energy management systems, hybrid power plant control
Experience with power electronics based distributed generation and energy storage
Experience with cybersecurity in power and energy application
Project experience and publications as the lead author in virtual power plant modeling, simulation, optimization and control
Extensive experience with simulation software such as PSCAD, PSS/E, OpenDSS and familiarity with EMTP, PSLF and MAPS
Programming capability in python or similar languages to interface different modeling tools and platforms
Experience in control theory with a focus on control algorithms for power or energy systems
Detailed understanding of generator excitation and speed controls
Experience with alternative energy and distributed generation, e.g. wind, PV, fuel cells, data-center and combined heat and power applications
Experience in writing government proposals (e.g. DOE, ARPA-E, DOD) for research grants
Global mindset & customer focus
Entrepreneurial inclination
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova
A 24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
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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