Project Engineer

Saratoga Springs, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Project Engineer to join our team at GE Vernova Grid Solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FACTS project engineering with a focus on power transmission systems. The Lead Project Engineer will be responsible for designing developing and implementing systems for our Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

Lead the design development and implementation of electrical equipment design for FACTS devices including Fixed Series Capacitors and Synchronous Condensers.
Develop equipment studies equipment specifications issue material purchase requests and evaluate vendor quotations for FACTS equipment including capacitors arresters reactors rotating equipment high voltage circuit breakers power transformers high voltage cable and protection and control systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including control engineers design engineers and technical project managers to ensure the successful project execution.
Conduct system modeling simulation and analysis to optimize electrical design and improve system performance.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and support their professional development.
Participate in the testing and validation of FACTS systems ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
Stay current with the latest advancements in FACTS systems engineering and power systems technology.
Prepare technical documentation including test plans training and user manuals.
Support business development activities by providing technical expertise and contributing to proposal development.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in electrical engineering engineering or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering or Masters Degree and 2 years FACTS experience
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% (including international) in compliance with company travel and tax policies

Desired Characteristics:

Excellent knowledge of substation design power systems and experience using IEEE IEC ANSI NEC and NESC standards and codes.
Proficiency in software tools such as Word Excel Windchill Imagine Tableau ATP and Python.
Experience with control systems equipment schematics installation field-testing and commissioning of HV equipment including required safe work habits
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think analytically and strategically.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Proven track record of successfully leading and managing engineering projects.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

We deliver integrated project solutions to enable large scale electrification and support our customer needs.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position the pay range for this position is between $and $. 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 candidates 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 janvier 09 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.

Required Experience:

Job Description SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Project Engineer to join our team at GE Vernova Grid Solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FACTS project engineering with a focus on power transmission systems. The Lead Project Engineer will be respo...

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

Lead the design development and implementation of electrical equipment design for FACTS devices including Fixed Series Capacitors and Synchronous Condensers.
Develop equipment studies equipment specifications issue material purchase requests and evaluate vendor quotations for FACTS equipment including capacitors arresters reactors rotating equipment high voltage circuit breakers power transformers high voltage cable and protection and control systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including control engineers design engineers and technical project managers to ensure the successful project execution.
Conduct system modeling simulation and analysis to optimize electrical design and improve system performance.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and support their professional development.
Participate in the testing and validation of FACTS systems ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
Stay current with the latest advancements in FACTS systems engineering and power systems technology.
Prepare technical documentation including test plans training and user manuals.
Support business development activities by providing technical expertise and contributing to proposal development.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in electrical engineering engineering or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering or Masters Degree and 2 years FACTS experience
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% (including international) in compliance with company travel and tax policies

Desired Characteristics:

Excellent knowledge of substation design power systems and experience using IEEE IEC ANSI NEC and NESC standards and codes.
Proficiency in software tools such as Word Excel Windchill Imagine Tableau ATP and Python.
Experience with control systems equipment schematics installation field-testing and commissioning of HV equipment including required safe work habits
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think analytically and strategically.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Proven track record of successfully leading and managing engineering projects.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

We deliver integrated project solutions to enable large scale electrification and support our customer needs.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on janvier 09 2026.

Required Experience:

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