Electrical Component Lead Engineer

GE; Greater Noida; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks Engineering Professionals for the FACTS Solution Line based in Noida, India, with remote working flexibility. You will report to the Engineering Manager – Electromechanical and contribute to critical substation/FACTS projects across international teams, focusing on MV equipment engineering, design coordination, and field support.

Ideal candidates have 8–12 years in relevant projects, strong knowledge of FACTS, and proficiency with REVIT/AutoCAD; collaboration with global teams

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of relevant experience in Substation/FACTS/HVDC Projects.
• 2–3 years of experience specifically in STATCOM/FACTS/HVDC projects.
• Experience in utility scale grid integration and EHV substations preferred.
• BTech/MTech degree in Electrical Engineering preferably in Power System.
• Strong prioritizing and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• MV Equipment engineering: deep technical expertise on MV switchgear, power transformers, reactors, capacitors, busbars and cables, wall bushings, AC CT, DC CT, PCR, AIS circuit breakers, CT, VT, surge arrester, DS, ES, auxiliary transformer, grounding transformers, etc. for equipment selection and support.
• Prepare equipment specifications, datasheets, and purchase requisitions, vendor evaluation, technical bid analysis, vendor drawings/documents approval, manufacturing clearance, FAT, site pre-commissioning support.
• Strong knowledge of MV systems, substation design, FACTS/STATCOM configurations, IGBT valve configuration and layout design; interface with design, civil/MEP and installation teams; ensure alignment between electrical schematics and physical layout.

Skills

Power Systems

Substation Design

Project Coordination

Cross-functional Coordination

Global Team Communication

Education

BTech/MTech in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description GE Vernova delivers reactive power compensators such as Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) and Static Var Compensators (SVC), on which we are the global FACTS Solution Line based in Finland, India, Brazil and US. These systems are used to control power system voltage and reactive power flow as well as to improve the power system stability and transmission system efficiency. Via our projects, you truly have a chance to make the world a better place by helping our global customers in saving vital energy and securing stable electricity distribution. We are looking for Engineering Professionals to join the FACTS Solution Line team. The position will be based in Noida, India with remote working flexibility. You will be working on cutting edge technology and varied international high-profile projects. In this position, you will be reporting to Engineering Manager – Electromechanical, Noida office and it can be considered a top priority position to perform in a critical engineering discipline for overall FACTS business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• MV Equipment engineering: Deep technical expertise on MV switchgear, Power transformers, Reactors (air-core / iron-core), Capacitors, Busbars and cables, Wall bushings, AC CT, DC CT, PCR, AIS Circuit Breakers, CT, VT, Surge Arrester, DS, ES, Auxiliary Transformer, Grounding Transformers etc. Prepare equipment technical specifications, datasheets, and purchase requisitions, vendor evaluation, technical bid analysis, vendor drawings/documents approval, manufacturing clearance, FAT, Site pre-commissioning support etc. for above equipment.
• Electrical clearances and insulation coordination, short circuit forces, thermal limits, Earthing & lightning protection design & Busbar sizing etc. Expertise on Layout preparation and BOQ generation using REVIT for STATCOM yard MV bays is preferred. ITO (tender) drawings, BOQ estimation, RFQ finalization & evaluation of various components, selection of equipment with best pricing options.
• Strong knowledge of: MV systems & substation design, FACTS/STATCOM configurations, IGBT Valve configuration and Layout design, Valve cooling system.
• Familiarity with: AutoCAD 3D tools (e.g., Revit – preferred) Interface & System Integration Interface with: Primary electrical design team, Civil & structural engineering, Control & protection teams, Installation and commissioning teams. Ensure alignment between electrical schematics and physical layout. Manage interfaces with grid/substation infrastructure. Co-ordination and integration with Automation, Civil & MEP. Co-ordination of site & office team for execution of project.

Qualifications / Requirements

8 – 12 years of relevant experience in Substation/FACTS/HVDC Projects. Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience specifically in STATCOM/FACTS/HVDC projects. Experience in utility scale grid integration and EHV substations preferred. BTech/MTech degree in Electrical Engineering preferably in Power System. Strong prioritizing and time management skills.

Desired Characteristics

Strong understanding of FACTS and Power Electronics applications. Deep knowledge in IEC/IEEE/CIGRE standards related to harmonics and insulation coordination. Strong cross functional coordination skill. Attention to detail and maintain engineering quality. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadline. Effective communication with global teams.

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates from following industry will be preferred: FACTS / STATCOM Power Transmission & Distribution Renewable Energy Integration HVDC

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com 8 – 12 years of relevant experience in Substation/FACTS/HVDC Projects, Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience specifically in STATCOM/FACTS/HVDC projects, Experience in utility scale grid integration and EHV substations preferred, BTech/MTech degree in Electrical Engineering preferably in Power System, Strong prioritizing and time management skills