HVDC Transformer Engineer — Flexible Work & Health Coverage

GE Vernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions segment seeks an experienced Consulting Engineer for HVDC transformers to lead cutting-edge transformer technology initiatives and interface with major utilities and industry bodies. The role emphasizes publishing, patent activity, and strategic roadmapping within a global energy-transition context.

The successful candidate will hold an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering with 15–20 years of HVDC transformer experience, and will contribute to design reviews,

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, preferably with specialization in Power Transformer Design.
• Extensive experience (typically 15–20 years) in the design, development, testing, and industrialization of HVDC converter and interface transformers.
• Deep expertise in transformer specification, validation, testing, insulation coordination, and integration into HVDC and transmission systems.
• Solid understanding of system-level aspects, including civil interfaces, transport, handling, site installation, and operational performance.
• Comprehensive knowledge of international standards (IEC, IEEE) and the ability to apply them effectively in engineering practice.
• Proven experience in supplier management, including technical alignment, contract interpretation, and oversight of technical delivery.
• Strong record of technical publications, patents, and contributions to the HVDC transformer industry.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and professional bodies.
• Sound engineering judgment and high ethical standards, with consistent decision-making.
• Leadership experience in cross-functional, multicultural engineering environments.
• Commitment to talent development, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a recognized technical authority in HVDC converter and interface transformers both internally and externally, and act as technical advisor to senior leadership.
• Actively contribute to and drive both internal and external standardization, coordinate working group activities, and proactively represent GE Vernova in IEC/CIGRE and similar professional bodies, task forces, and industry committees.
• Stay abreast of, collect, and internally communicate state-of-the-art technology developments in HVDC transformer design, materials, and testing.
• Gather external information to determine future market needs and technology trends.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and maintain a strategic HVDC transformer technology roadmap.
• Suggest areas for technological advancement and recommend approaches/programs to pursue.
• Evaluate and champion innovative ideas in transformer design, testing, and integration.
• Oversee R&D programs from conception through industrialization, integrating new transformer technologies smoothly into production, ensuring successful project delivery.
• Chair and act as technical authority in technology and product development gate reviews.
• Collaborate and promote technology synergies across GE Vernova businesses, utilizing shared expertise and resources.
• Support commercial teams with technical business development and sales.
• Support supply chain and procurement departments with technical expertise on transformers.
• Lead/support study teams addressing identified project challenges in HVDC transformer design, installation, and commissioning.
• Lead/support technical proposals for new transformer technologies and applications, including external funding collaborations.
• Support project technical tendering and delivery in the introduction of new transformer solutions.
• Provide support to quality teams on major quality issues and act as technical authority in root cause analysis processes.
• Act as technical authority in competence management: identify improvements in transformer knowledge or training, deliver training and mentor others, assess competencies.
• Lead/support creation and presentation of conference papers, validating content for relevance and quality.
• Act as a knowledge ambassador, providing technical education to external universities.
• Consult with and support the Chief Engineer’s Office in executing technical objectives to implement best practice transformer technologies.

Skills

HVDC transformer design

Leadership experience

Patent experience

Publications

Communication skills

Supplier management

Cross-functional teamwork

Mentoring

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions segment seeks an experienced Consulting Engineer for HVDC transformers to lead cutting-edge transformer technology initiatives and interface with major utilities and industry bodies. The role emphasizes publishing, patent activity, and strategic roadmapping within a global energy-transition context.

The successful candidate will hold an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering with 15–20 years of HVDC transformer experience, and will contribute to design reviews,