Industrial Applications Engineer

GE Vernova, Inc.; Rugby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Applications Engineer in Rugby, UK, to shape technical strategy for electrification solutions. You will lead power stability offerings, including Synchronous Condensers, STATCOM, and MVDC architectures, and provide direct customer-facing support through bids to closure.

The role involves defining optimal technical designs, preparing system diagrams, and collaborating with engineering teams. Domestic and overseas travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Formal education in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is nice to have, but total experience matters.
• Experience producing technical tenders and customer-facing proposals is valued.
• Familiarity with variable frequency drives, rotating machines, and electrical design tools is preferred.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Interpret complex customer requirements with accuracy, quality, and timeliness to meet client needs and business goals.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to define optimal technical designs and perform risk reviews.
• Produce technical specifications and electrical/system diagrams for proposals and bids.
• Support sales during customer meetings, negotiations, and strategic account positioning.
• Assist with cost optimization and pricing strategies to secure competitive advantage.
• Coordinate handovers from Inquiry-to-Order (ITO) to Order-to-Remittance (OTR).
• Travel to customer meetings domestically and overseas up to a week when required.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Power conversion

AutoCAD

Communications

Travel flexibility

MS Office

UK driving license

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Power Factory

ETAP

Job description

Job Description Summary

Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the technical strategy for world-class electrification solutions?

GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Industrial Applications Engineer to join our Electrification team based in Rugby, UK.

GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World

With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. "GE" carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" signals Earth's lush ecosystems, while "Nova" nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver.

Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.

Electrification

Our Electrification solutions modernize grids, enable renewable integration, and strengthen energy systems. From software to power conversion and storage, we help create smarter, more resilient energy networks.

Job Description

Let’s Talk about the Role

The Power Stability Applications Engineer will produce and manage cutting-edge technical offerings for the Power Stability & Energy Infrastructure new equipment segment. Typical applications and solutions will be Synchronous Condensers, STATCOM, Hybrid architectures and MVDC, LVDC network.

You will provide direct customer-facing technical support during the bid process through to negotiation and order closure. By using your creativity and experience, you will provide bespoke best value offerings which demonstrate our value proposition to the customer.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Interpreting complex customer requirements with accuracy, quality, and timeliness to meet client needs and business goals
• Collaborating with engineering teams and product platform teams to define optimal technical design propositions and complete risk reviews
• Producing comprehensive technical specification documents, including system and electrical design diagrams
• Supporting sales managers in customer meetings, negotiations, and strategic account positioning
• Assisting with cost optimization and pricing strategies to secure competitive advantage
• Facilitating seamless handovers from the Inquiry-to-Order (ITO) to Order-to-Remittance (OTR) phases
• Travelling to customer meetings domestically & overseas (occasionally, usually up to a week)

Skills for Success

• An understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering principles for producing technical sales tenders
• Familiarity with key principles regarding variable frequency converters and rotating machines, such as induction and synchronous motors and generators
• Familiarity with engineering software, such as: AutoCAD, Power Factory, ETAP, etc.
• Industrial/Power Conversion background.
• Experience in capturing and interpreting customer requirements to deliver bespoke solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present technical concepts to internal and external stakeholders
• A proactive, adaptable approach with a strong drive to deliver quality results under tight deadlines
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
• A valid passport to meet travel requirements and UK driver's license

A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (with electrical knowledge) or a similar field are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Where and how you'll work

• The role is office based in our premises in Rugby office.

Our Culture

Every action shapes our future. That’s why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve.

Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world. We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy.

Our technology helps generate approximately twenty-five percent of the world’s electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!

We're determined to be the best place to grow

We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We’re committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. No two careers are the same, and yours should reflect your personal and professional goals. Your people leader and trusted mentors will support you through navigating your journey.

We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.

Inclusion & Diversity

• We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.
• As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to supporting disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.
• Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No