Lead Systems Engineer

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be involved in developing and industrialising tools and processes, with technical knowledge and experience in power system engineering (academic and professional). They will join an established team of experienced power systems engineers, providing opportunities to develop skills in high voltage AC and DC power system design through mentoring, training, and cross-department placements.

The role includes representing GE to external stakeholders such as clients, suppliers, and professional bodies, interacting with internal teams within HVDC and GE Renewables. There are opportunities for publishing work in scientific papers and patents.

Internal Interfaces:

• Solution Centre
• Operations (Customer projects)
• Technology (R&D projects)
• Strategic Sourcing
• Quality
• Other engineering departments

External Interfaces:

• Major Suppliers
• Customers
• Consultants
• Professional Organizations
• Statutory Bodies
• Competitors

Essential responsibilities:

The candidate may be involved in various areas and should have experience in several:

• Main Circuit Design: Develop integrated scheme designs meeting customer needs, optimizing ratings and functionalities of HVDC subsystems.
• Insulation Coordination Studies: Assess overvoltage stresses and specify protective requirements.
• Equipment Lifecycle Management: Manage lifecycle of high-value HV equipment, including specifications, supplier management, testing, and commissioning.
• Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability Studies: Create models, provide insights, and manage risks throughout the system lifecycle.
• Losses Management: Develop and validate power loss models for HVDC systems.
• Technical Leadership: Lead project activities and coordinate with other departments.
• Quality: Develop engineering processes, enforce discipline, and address non-conformances.
• Development and Industrialisation: Develop and industrialise tools and processes.
• Health and Safety: Identify risks, promote safe behaviors, and participate in safety initiatives.

Desired additional skills:

• Network Studies, Transient Studies, Harmonic Analysis, Power Quality, and related software tools.

Desired Candidate Profile

Preferably with a Master in Power Systems Engineering and proven experience in HVDC system design. Competencies include knowledge in power system design, circuit analysis, HVDC and HVAC knowledge, high voltage equipment, RAM assessment, and electrical modeling. Familiarity with tools like PSS/E, DigSilent, PSCAD, MATLAB, Python, and others is advantageous.

Strong communication, critical thinking, professionalism, technical leadership, negotiation, and team facilitation skills are required. Management competencies include planning, risk management, and knowledge sharing.

Our team delivers HVAC and HVDC projects across UK, Ireland, and Scandinavia. GE Grid Solutions supports the global energy transition with advanced technologies, focusing on renewable integration and grid reliability.

About GE Grid Solutions

We are committed to electrifying the world with innovative grid technologies, supporting the energy transition towards a more sustainable future. Our extensive product portfolio plays a pivotal role in integrating renewables and achieving carbon neutrality.

Why we come to work

Our engineers embrace challenges, work on unique projects, and bring innovative solutions. Join us to make an impact in the energy transition with a collaborative and supportive team environment.

What we offer

International, flexible work environment, competitive benefits, and development opportunities.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No