Principal Engineer - Interdisciplinary Engineering

gevernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a Principal Engineer to lead high-impact valve design initiatives with a strong technical and business focus. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure safety in testing and installations, and mentor junior engineers.

Expect involvement in critical design reviews and DFMEA while maintaining compliant documentation and industry standards. The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, with emphasis on Power Electronics/HV Engineering.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support high-impact valve design projects.
• Ensure safety during testing and installation.
• Review DFMEA and act as technical authority for critical decisions.
• Prepare and review technical docs, specs, and reports.
• Communicate complex tech to non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

LCC & VSC knowledge

HVDC systems knowledge

Technical leadership

Communication with stakeholders

Reading technical drawings

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Power Electronics or HV Engineering focus

Tools

CREO / CAD software

Document control systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

Principal Engineers combine a high level of technical expertise with sound business acumen and a good understanding of engineering processes. They are part of a formal career path for technical personnel wanting to continue to develop and grow their technical competencies while having increasingly more impact on the business.
As recognized experts in specialized fields, they normally lead or support projects and initiatives with broad scope and high impact to the business. They are responsible for major and complex assignments with long-term business implications. This role contributes to the overall strategy and manages complex issues within functional area of expertise.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work with various teams in the business to ensure we have the most robust, reliable, efficient, safe and cost-effective Valve design available to the market. Support the Valve Engineering team to achieve this.


• Ensure the highest levels of safety can be achieved during any testing or installation works and the application of this is within our documentation.


• Take an approver role for design reviews, risk assessments, Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and act as a technical authority for critical decisions.


• Write and review technical documentation, specifications and reports.


• Communicate complex technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders, leadership and customers.


• Support the testing process in reviewing Inspection & Test Plans (ITP), test circuit design and set up and physical presence during testing.


• Reflect the relevant international standards within our documentation ensuring at all times GE remains compliant to the requirements. Be pro-active in industry forums to develop the standards of the future.


• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers. Proactively develop the competency of the team
  

Required Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science. Preferably also with higher education and a focus on Power Electronics, HV Engineering or Power Systems.


• Deep understanding of Line Commutated Converters (LCC) and Voltage Source Converters (VSC). Awareness of converter topologies, switching schemes, and control strategies

Required Characteristics:

• Able to interface effectively with most levels of the organization


• Conceptual or theoretical activities related to the principles of engineering, physics, and materials science for the design, analysis, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical systems. Includes the analysis of static (structural) and dynamic behaviour of mechanical systems


• Competent in CREO / CAD software or similar. Able to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation.


• Knowledge of relevant IEC, IEEE, or CIGRÉ standards for HVDC systems


• Knowledge of document control methodologies and systems.


• EHS compliance ability - good strong knowledge of safety and the environment.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills


• Problem analysis and resolution skills


• Able to pursue Engineering integrity in adverse conditions


• Lean experience preferred

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No