Senior Electrical Designer

GE Vernova Inc; Leicester; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Designer to contribute to the design of power transformers and shunt reactors. This position involves leading product development, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and utilizing advanced design failure analysis techniques. The role offers a dynamic international work environment, emphasizing collaboration and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in electrical engineering and extensive experience in transformer design, with a strong focus on problem-solving and communication. Join a team dedicated to electrifying and decarbonizing the world through cutting-edge engineering solutions.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Relocation Assistance

Flexible Work Agreements

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Extensive experience in transformer design and development necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development of power transformers and shunt reactors.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, IEC, and IEEE standards.

Skills

Transformer Development

Design Failure Analysis (DFMEA)

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

CAD Tools

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

FEA Tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

As a Senior Electrical Designer, you will work on innovative transformer designs, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to cutting-edge engineering solutions in power transformer design. You will have extensive experience in the design of power transformers and shunt reactors, with in-depth understanding of ISO, IEC, and IEEE standards. You will also be proficient in design failure analysis (DFMEA), root cause analysis (RCA), and FEA tools. You will travel regularly to manufacturing units, conferences, and customer sites.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Product development of Medium and Large Power Transformers as well as Shunt Reactors.
• Lead and participate in design reviews, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address design challenges, risks, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Apply DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to identify potential failure modes and enhance design robustness.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant industry standards and best practices, including, but not limited to, ISO, IEC, and IEEE.
• Ensure components and assemblies meet applicable industry and business standards.
• Use specialized software to analyze magnetic circuits, electromagnetic fields, insulation strength, and verify the electrical adequacy of products.
• Promote PTR-wide initiatives focused on electrical design quality and reliability.
• Support PTR quality initiatives with a significant emphasis on design robustness.
• Develop and maintain solid business relationships and effective communication with suppliers to ensure their support and assist in the production of high-quality components.
• Conduct failure analysis using RCA (Root Cause Analysis) to effectively resolve design-related issues.

Required Skills:

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive, proven experience in transformer development and design.
• In-depth knowledge of internal standards (ISO, IEC, IEEE, etc.) and industry best practices in transformer design.
• Proficiency in CAD tools.
• Extensive expertise in design failure analysis (DFMEA) and failure investigation using RCA (Root Cause Analysis).
• Familiarity with FEA tools.
• Ability to develop and optimize designs to meet customer requirements and comply with relevant regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and engage with customers.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with transformer manufacturing processes.
• Deep understanding of transformer operational performance, including mechanical and thermal aspects.
• Experience working on international projects and collaborating in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams.
• Familiarity with methodologies for developing new technologies and products.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exposure to an international environment.
• High attention to detail and precision.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and professional growth.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required. Additional language skills are a plus.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements.

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position