Lead System Engineer

gevernova; Chennai District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Based at GEV Power Conversion Chennai site, the Lead Power System Engineer role is an exciting opportunity for an action-oriented engineer with deep technical foundation in power conversion equipment. You will apply your knowledge to support customers through project execution with our state-of-the-art products and solutions, collaborating across the globe with key teams.

Responsibilities include leading project execution, performing power system studies, identifying risks with mitigation plans,

Qualifications

• Masters / Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from reputed College/University.
• 10–12 years’ experience in engineering design / power system studies for VSD/Transformer/Motor/Switchgear.
• Experience of system integration on multi-discipline projects.
• Knowledge of International Standards and marine classification society rules.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution and analyze contract, prepare specifications for vendors and stakeholders.
• Perform basic and detailed engineering for VSD systems, transformers, motors, switchgear.
• Prepare documentation as per contractual requirements and review vendor docs.
• Carry out power system design and studies across industries/domains.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation plans; pursue process and equipment improvements.
• Ensure compliance with EHS policies; liaison with various GE entities and supply chain.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's / Master's in electrical engineering

Tools

Matlab

ETAP

EDSA

PSCAD

SKM

EMTP

Job description

Job Description Summary

Based at GEV Power Conversion Chennai site the lead Power System Engineer -System engineering role is an exciting opportunity for an action-oriented individual with deep technical foundation of Power Conversion equipment. You will be able to leverage your technical knowledge to directly support our valued customer through execution of projects with Power Conversion’s state of the art products and solutions across the globe, while you collaborate across the globe with key functional teams and enhance your strategic business acumen.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support Business Verticals in creating and reviewing (in conjunction with the leadershipteam) systems solutions as part oftheOTR process, ensuring that solutions aretechnically fit for purpose and that technical risk is understood andmanagedwithcontingencies identified.
• Lead project execution - Analyze customer's contract, prepare specifications to vendors and internal stake holders.
• Basic and Detailed engineering for variable speed drive system, Converter dutytransformer, MV/LV motor, MV/LVswitchgear,power and signal cables
• Prepare technical documentation as per contractual requirements, vendor documentation review.
• Perform / review power system design and studies for various industries/domains.
• Identify technical risks and put in place the mitigation plan.
• Review solutions developed and identify opportunities for improvement of process, system, or equipment
• Ensure strict compliance with all company and customer’s EHS policies and procedures
• Identify and propose improvements in processes, tools, system solutions andtechnologies, rolling out improvementswhenagreed with leadership team.
• Foster relationship with other GE business entities to maximize the benefits of synergies.
• Liaise with Platform Engineering, Technology and Value Engineering, and Supply Chain asappropriate to support theprojectand the business.
• Liaise with other GE businesses, platform verticals, supply chain, sub-contractors andsuppliers as appropriate to supporttheproject and the business.
• Drive lean mind set to provide optimum technical solutions for the projects.

Required Qualifications

• Masters / Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from reputed College/University
• Minimum of 10 to 12 years’ experience in engineering design / power system studies forsystems based on VSD,Transformer,Motor, Switchgear
• Experience of system integration working on multi-discipline projects
• Knowledge and application of International Standards.
• Conversant with marine classification society (ABS, DNV, LR, BV etc…) rules for equipment certification.
• Ability to adapt and multitask with project/application engineers.
• Analytical and innovative approach in problem solving.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications

Desired Characteristics

• Work in a team in matrix environment for successful execution of project.
• Willingness to learn and execute 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 .
• Ability to multi-task on a variety of projects to strict time scales
• Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills
• Quickly identify best practices and apply them within the team.
• Strong prioritizing and time management skills.
• Willing to travel on short notice within base country and overseas for short/long term assignments.
• Willing to work extended hours during the week, at weekends/holidays at critical times
• Proficiency in Matlab, ETAP, EDSA, PSCAD, SKM, EMTP will be added advantage.
• Proficiency in French/German language will be an added advantage.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes