Lead Engineer 2 - Electrical Component

GE Vernova; India; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a senior Electrical Engineer with 8–12 years of experience in Substation/FACTS/HVDC projects to lead MV switchgear, transformers, and STATCOM/VSC interfaces. You will prepare specs, datasheets, and PRs, evaluate vendors, and support FAT and site pre-commissioning.

Experience with REVIT-based layout for STATCOM yards, grid integration, EHV substations, and cross-functional coordination with civil, protection, and automation teams is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in Substation/FACTS/HVDC projects.
• 2-3 years of experience specifically in STATCOM/FACTS/HVDC projects.
• BTech/MTech in Electrical Engineering, preferably Power Systems.
• Experience with utility-scale grid integration and EHV substations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment specifications, datasheets and purchase requisitions; evaluate vendors and analyze bids.
• Support FAT and site pre-commissioning; obtain manufacturing clearance for equipment.
• Develop layouts and BOQ using REVIT for STATCOM yard MV bays.
• Coordinate interfaces among electrical, civil, protection and automation teams.

Skills

MV switchgear

STATCOM/FACTS configurations

Substation design

Vendor evaluation

Cross-functional coordination

Education

BTech/MTech in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

REVIT

Job description

Job Description Summary

The candidate should possess strong hands-on experience in Prepare and review MV Equipment Technical Specifications, Datasheets, and Purchase Requisitions, vendor offer evaluation, technical bid analysis, Layout & Section Drawings, Equipment Sizing, Switchyard Electrical Equipment specifications, GA Drawings, STATCOM yard and Valve room Layout preparation, Cooling System Arrangement, Interfacing points etc. and site pre-commissioning work. Experience of working in 1 - 2 STATCOM/HVDC project will be preferred.

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.

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
• 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