Job Description Summary

The Senior Power Systems Engineer plays a critical role in providing expert technical support for Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS). This position requires a highly technical customer-focused and self-motivated individual. As a key member of this world-class team the engineer will help drive technical strategy high-level studies new product introduction (NPI) and root cause analysis (RCA) for FACTS projects. The primary responsibilities include analyzing customer system-level requirements performing studies and developing strategies and high-level specifications for Synchronous Condenser (SC) Fixed Series Capacitors (FSC) and Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM) solutions.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Synchronous Condenser (SC):

• Apply expertise in synchronous machines including theory operation and installation to develop and optimize synchronous condenser solutions. Generator or motor application experience is also acceptable.

• Coordinate synchronous condenser system designs with machine factories and power system consultants including specifications for circuit breakers cooling systems starting 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):

• Perform specify and review studies related to the technical design strategy for FSCs.
• This will include advanced studies related to the design requirements for capacitors metal oxide varistors (MOVs) bypass switch discharge damping circuit insulation coordination the triggered air gap system (TAG) and resistive-inductive -capacitive (RLC) filters.
• 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.
• Perform hands-on work related to testing or development. May include time in labs or the field.

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.

General:

• Drive engineering tools strategy in development of FACTS solutions
• Drive and approve standard designs for FACTS products reference solutions.
• Develop and utilize Excel or coded (eg. Python Matlab) based tools supporting the design and engineering of FACTS equipment.
• Utilize specialized power systems software (e.g. PSS/E DIgSILENT PowerFactory PSCAD ATP-EMTP EasyPower ASPEN OneLiner) to perform detailed transient and steady state analysis supporting equipment design and specification
• Participate in industry working groups (IEEE Cigre IEC)
• Knowledge of and experience using IEEE IEC ANSI NEC and NESC standards and codes with the ability to engineer design packages without explicit customer specifications.
• Knowledge of Real-Time Digital Simulation (RTDS) testing.
• Experience in installation field-testing and commissioning of high voltage equipment with a commitment to safe work habits.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• Provides direction oversight and coaches other engineers as a technical mentor

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Electrical Power Engineering Systems Engineering with a focus in electrical or Physics from an accredited university or college
• Minimum of 7-10 years of related engineering experience or a Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering Electrical Power Engineering Systems Engineering with a focus in electrical or Physics from an accredited university or college
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related engineering experience.
• Detailed understanding of applicable IEEE IEC and other industry and regulatory standards affecting design and operation.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% as required which may include remote locations and 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. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position the pay range for this position is between $113200.00 and $188800.00. 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 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 January 26 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.