Electrical Systems Engineer

IF1874 GE Energy Power Conversion UK Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IF1874 GE Energy Power Conversion UK Limited is looking for an Electrical Systems Engineer for their Marine Power Test Facility in Whetstone, UK. This permanent position requires practical engineering experience, preferably in marine or naval defence domains, and offers hands-on responsibilities in designing test equipment and managing test operations.

The ideal candidate will integrate electrical and mechanical systems, with proficiency in power-system modelling and strong analytical skills. The role is full-time on-site, with no relocation assistance provided.

Qualifications

• Practical engineering experience in electrical or systems level design.
• Experience integrating electrical, mechanical and fluid systems.
• Knowledge of marine classification society standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify test equipment and systems for various electrical architectures.
• Create and validate test scenarios, manage test operations at the facility.
• Generate functional and test documentation and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Practical engineering experience in electrical design

Experience integrating electrical systems

Knowledge of marine classification standards

Proficiency in power-system modelling

Strong analytical skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

MATLAB

DigSilent

eTAP

PSCAD

PSSE

Job description

Job Summary

GE Vernova – Electrical Systems Engineer (Marine Power Test Facility)

GE Vernova’s Power Conversion & Storage (PCS) business is developing advanced electrical power systems for the Marine Power Test Facility (MPTF) in Whetstone, UK. The MPTF is a unique, full‑scale, land‑based test facility for integrated naval power and propulsion systems. The Systems Engineer will be involved throughout the design, installation, commissioning, and testing of dedicated test beds to support the delivery of world‑leading power‑system solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify test equipment and systems for LV/HV switchboards, generators, cables, converters, transformers, motors and auxiliary equipment in AC and DC architectures.
• Create and validate test scenarios, and manage test operations at the MPTF.
• Support or perform power‑system studies and analyses using simulation software (MATLAB, DigSilent, eTAP, PSCAD, PSSE).
• Generate functional and test documentation and maintain compliance with health & safety, international standards, and marine classification societies (IEC, MIL, DEF).
• Lead engineering reviews, host technical meetings, and present findings to domain experts.
• Analyse multi‑source data, prepare technical reports, and demonstrate validation and verification of systems.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Practical engineering experience in electrical or systems level design, ideally in industrial, marine or naval defence domains.
• Experience integrating electrical, mechanical and fluid systems in a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of marine classification society, IEC, MIL or DEF standards.
• Proficiency in power‑system modelling, generator excitation systems, power electronics, and machine drives (PEMD) is desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to deliver reliable real‑world outcomes.
• High motivation to work independently on complex challenges while maintaining a lean mindset.

Work Location & Mode

Permanent position based in Whetstone, UK. The role is on‑site, requiring presence at the office five days a week.

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must obtain the required UK EYE''s Only security clearance.

Relocation Assistance & Equal Opportunity

Relocation assistance is not provided. GE Vernova is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.