Engineer – Electrical Component

GE; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking Engineering Professionals for the FACTS Solution Line, based in Noida, India with remote working flexibility. The role focuses on electromechanical design for STATCOM/SVC projects, requiring hands-on SLD, protection and layout experience across MV gear and interfaces with civil and control teams.

You will report to the Engineering Manager – Electromechanical, Noida, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver MV equipment layouts, sizing, and site support.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years in Substation/FACTS/HVDC projects.
• Minimum 2 years in STATCOM/FACTS/HVDC projects.
• Experience in utility-scale grid integration and EHV substations.
• BTech/MTech in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems.

Responsibilities

• MV equipment engineering: switchgear, transformers, reactors, capacitors, busbars, cables, wall bushings, CT/VT, breakers, surge arresters, grounding transformers.
• Prepare equipment specifications, datasheets, requisitions; vendor evaluation; technical bid analysis; vendor drawings approval; FAT; pre-commissioning support.
• Electrical clearances and insulation coordination, short-circuit forces, thermal limits, earthing & lightning protection design & busbar sizing.
• ITO drawings, BOQ estimation, RFQ finalization, and evaluation of 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 and 3D tools (e.g., Revit – preferred).
• Interface with primary electrical design team, civil & structural engineering, control & protection teams, and installation & commissioning teams.
• Ensure alignment between electrical schematics and physical layout; manage interfaces with grid/substation infrastructure; coordinate with Automation, Civil & MEP teams.

Skills

Substation design

FACTS/STATCOM knowledge

HVDC familiarity

AutoCAD experience

Education

B.Tech / M.Tech in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

The candidate should possess strong hands-on experience in: Single line diagram (SLD), Protection & Metering SLD, LV AC/DC SLD, Layout & Section Drawings, Equipment Sizing, Switchyard Electrical Equipment specifications, GA Drawings, STATCOM Valve room Layout, Cooling System Arrangement, and Interfacing points. Experience of working in 1–2 STATCOM/HVDC projects is preferred. GE Vernova delivers reactive power compensators such as Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) and Static Var Compensators (SVC), with global FACTS solutions based in Finland, India, Brazil and the US.We are looking for Engineering Professionals to join the FACTS Solution Line team. The position is based in Noida, India with remote working flexibility. You will report to the Engineering Manager – Electromechanical, Noida. This is a top-priority position to perform in a critical engineering discipline for the FACTS business.

Responsibilities

• MV Equipment engineering: 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 arresters, DS, ES, auxiliary transformer, grounding transformers, etc.
• Prepare equipment technical specifications, datasheets, and requisitions; vendor evaluation; technical bid analysis; vendor drawings/documents approval; manufacturing clearance; FAT; site pre-commissioning support.
• Electrical clearances and insulation coordination, short-circuit forces, thermal limits, earthing & lightning protection design & busbar sizing.
• ITO (tender) drawings, BOQ estimation, RFQ finalization, and 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 and 3D tools (e.g., Revit – preferred).
• Interface with primary electrical design team, civil & structural engineering, control & protection teams, and installation & commissioning teams.
• Ensure alignment between electrical schematics and physical layout; manage interfaces with grid/substation infrastructure; coordinate with Automation, Civil & MEP teams.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 4 – 8 years of relevant experience in Substation/FACTS/HVDC projects.
• Minimum 2 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 Systems.
• Fluent written and oral skills in English.
• Strong prioritizing and time management skills.

Desired characteristics

• Strong understanding of FACTS and power electronics applications.
• Deep knowledge of IEC/IEEE/CIGRE standards related to harmonics and insulation coordination.
• Strong cross-functional coordination skills; attention to detail and engineering quality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines; effective communication with global teams.

Candidates with experience in FACTS/STATCOM, Power Transmission & Distribution, Renewable Energy Integration, and HVDC are preferred.