Electrical Engineer

GE Vernova, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead LV/MV drive design and development. You will translate project specs into electrical schematics, prepare SLDs and BOMs, and collaborate with global teams to meet cost and schedule targets.

The role requires 5+ years in electrical design, proficiency with AUTOCAD/EPLAN, and familiarity with IEC/UL standards. Travel may be required to support manufacturing and project FATs.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s in Electrical engineering from a reputed college/university.
• Minimum 5+ years in electrical design and study experience in industry/marine/O&G/Power sectors.
• Knowledge of electrical design tools like AUTOCAD and EPLAN preferred.
• Familiar with international standards and PLM/Primavera are advantageous.
• Ability to multitask and collaborate with project engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of LV/MV drives.
• Convert specifications into electrical schematics and BOMs.
• Prepare SLDs, schematics, GA, and reports.
• Coordinate with global stakeholders and manage work packages.
• Ensure projects meet schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Support manufacturing at factory or vendor facilities.
• Document test requirements and conduct tests per UL/IEC standards.
• Travel within India and overseas as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Self-motivated

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AUTOCAD

EPLAN

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• LV/MV Drive Engineering – Design and development of LV/MV Drives
• Understand product / project specifications and convert the specification into electrical schematic
• Proficient in Electrical component specification, sizing, selection and analysis
• Proficient in preparing SLD, Schematics, GA, BOM and reports
• Knowledge in PLM and Bill of Material preparation
• Design and execution of Engineering work packages with focus on quality, costs, schedule and resources
• Coordination of work packages within a team and global stakeholders
• Maintain ownership of all engineering work packages associated with specific projects.
• Knowledge in Electrical design tool Eplan, Auto CAD– preferred
• Thorough understanding of Global Electrical Codes (IEC, UL, NEC, NFPA)
• Analytical and innovative approach in problem solving
• Collaborate with other GE PC businesses to understand GE Power Conversion technologies and how to apply them
• Ensure projects are completed within schedule and budget.
• Design system/equipment to meet reliability, testing standards, manufacturability, material and cost guidelines
• Verify functional performance of prototype hardware under all specified operating conditions.
• Support Manufacturing of equipment at Factory / Vendor facility
• Document functional test requirements and conduct test according to applicable standards (UL/IEC etc.…) /conduct project FAT’s.
• Coordinate with System Engineer and Program / Product / Project manager execution on a continuous basis.
• Willing to travel on short notice within base country and overseas for short/long term assignments
• Qualifications / Requirements:
• Masters / Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical engineering from reputed College/University
• Min. 5+ years in Electrical design and study experience in Industry / marine / O&G / Power sectors
• Preferred experience/knowledge in Electrical design / Simulation tools like AUTOCAD / E-Plan
• Knowledge and application of International Standards.
• Ability to adapt and multitask with project/application engineers
• PLM, Primavera experience are added advantage
• Desired Characteristics
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to learn with passion
• Be self-motivated, creative and a team player, with ability to come up with unique solutions to complex problems
• Capable of working with multi-disciplined international team with good personal organization skills
• Self-Starter, demonstrate ability to work effectively within and between teams and as Individual
• Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse and highly matrix environment.
• Willing to work extended hours during the week, at weekends/holidays at critical times

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes