Lead Engineer 1 - Electrical Engineering

General Electric Company; Vadodara; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Meal subsidy

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Flexible working hours

Home office option

Job summary

GE Vernova's Hydro Power division seeks a seasoned Electrical Engineer to design hydroelectric plant electrical systems and BOP equipment for large-scale projects worldwide. You will lead design activities, perform calculations, and collaborate with global teams to ensure on-time delivery within defined budgets.

Responsibilities include preparing engineering documents, reviewing vendor proposals, and supporting tender activity while ensuring safety and reliability across all electro-mechanical

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic and detail engineering documents for HV, GIS, Transformer, LV systems and related electrical components.
• Perform design calculations, technical specifications, drawings and BOMs.
• Review vendor offers, conduct technical meetings, and obtain client approvals.
• Coordinate interfaces with internal and external stakeholders to meet project requirements.
• Analyze field conditions to resolve problems while ensuring safety and profitability.
• Deliver work packages for large refurbishments or projects following guidelines.
• Supervise electrical BOP engineers and draftsmen to deliver designs.
• Create schematics, test procedures, and documentation for electrical installations.
• Collaborate with engineers for design validation and root cause analysis.
• Apply reliability, quality, safety and cost optimization practices.
• Engage with sourcing, construction, commissioning, tendering to drive reports and supplier development.
• Conduct site surveys and customer meetings for design approvals.

Job description

Job Description Summary

About our business GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

At GE Vernova, our Hydro Power division stands at the forefront of the hydroelectricity generation industry. We are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and installing cutting-edge equipment for hydroelectric power plants, as well as servicing and refurbishing existing facilities to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Our turbines and generators account for over 25% of the total installed hydropower capacity worldwide. With a dynamic team of 3,600 professionals spread across more than 30 countries, we have the energy to change the world. Be part of a team that is not only shaping the energy landscape but also contributing to a more sustainable planet. Join us and make a difference with GE Vernova’s Hydro Power business division! Read more on www.gevernova.com

About Position

The employee will be responsible for the design of hydro power plant electrical systems and BOP equipment for large hydro and refurbishments projects across the world.

• Responsible for major and complex Refurbishment and Service project execution assignments within defined lead time and budgeted workhours
• Active participation in basic design and detail design activities.
• Involvement and support to Hydro product management team for product development
• Functional reporting to Electrical COE leader Globally
• EHS: - Implementation EHS policy & procedures of GE for design aspect.
• Responsible for tender support in functional area of expertise

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Preparation of Basic and Detail engineering documents – for Evacuation systems, Distribution systems, Auxiliary systems which majorly includes design memorandum, Single line diagram, sizing calculation and suppler specification of HV, GIS, Transformer, XLPE, Illumination system, Medium Voltage, Low voltage AC and DC system, UPS system, Grounding system, Switchyard, Cable & cable tray, Electro-technical studies, Protection System, Excitation system, SFC/VSI systems etc.
• Can prepare design calculations, technical specifications, drawings and BOM’s without supervision;
• Evaluation of vendor offer, Technical meeting with vendor, post order activity like Review and get approval of above system documents and drawings from client
• Review of various interfaces with internal client for various inputs/interface requirement & keep the record.
• Analyze conditions reported from the field and determine actions needed to resolve problems, while maximizing Customer and GE profitability, and ensuring continued safe and reliable equipment operation Interaction and collaborate with regional and global teams of engineers in resolving problems with tight time constraints
• Deliver work packages for large/Refurb projects or programs using technical guidelines, design reviews and feedback of experience (FOE);
• Can supervise the work of electrical BOP engineers and draftsmen to deliver design calculations, technical specifications, drawings and BOM’s;
• Produce schematics, technical specifications, testing procedures and all documentation required for electrical panels and electrical installation according to customer´s requirements
• Collaborate with consulting engineers and experts for FOE, design validation and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Apply rules and concepts for reliability, quality, safety and cost;
• Collaborate, support and partner with various internal and external functions like sourcing, construction & commissioning, projects, tendering, etc to drive reports, analytics, validation and supplier development. This is inclusive of meeting deadlines with for each activity
• Perform site surveys, customer meetings for design approvals and problem solving
• Provide dedicated and strong contribution to quality, productivity and cost out projects/Kaizen activities
• Know how on engineering tools ACAD, ETAP, EPLAN, Calculation software’s etc…

Required Qualifications

• University degree in electrical engineering
• Min. 10 years’ experience in electrical engineering
• Knowledge of National and International standards i.e. Indian standards/International standards/ANSI/NFPA/Canadian electric standard/European standards
• Pro-activeness, sense of urgency, autonomy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and leadership
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance aspects of electrical equipment

Desired Characteristics

• Valuable experience in hydro project execution for electrical systems and/or BOP equipment design in reputed firms
• Ability to travel, foresee roadblocks and take immediate actions, work in a culturally diverse atmosphere
• Self-starter with initiative and interpersonal skills to direct projects and work, of cross- functional nature, with demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion
• Inclusive, considers ideas and inputs of others, and openly shares experience and knowledge with others creative and thirst for knowledge, always learning, show courage in driving concepts into reality
• Valuable experience in BOP electrical design calculation, short circuit analysis, NGT/NGR calculation, Relay settings methodology and parameterization, CT VT calculations, Insulation co ordination study
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask, with strong comprehension, command on English language
• Works as a great team mate, in unity
• Understands business and team objectives, display good interpersonal skills, delivers as per com company’s integrity program

What Do We Offer?

• Environment: A multicultural & diverse environment with an enthusiastic team and supportive leaders. We have a pleasant and modern work infrastructure at our offices
• Opportunities: We offer career growth opportunities, professional and personal trainings
• Benefits: We offer a competitive salary with multiple benefits like subsidized meals, medical, accidental & life insurance coverage. We provide home office opportunity and flexible working hours (subject to business and HR approval)

Inclusion & Diversity: At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering aninclusiveculture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.

Please click here to learn more: www.gevernova.com/sustainability/thrive

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes