Electrical Machine Design Engineer - Generator

A01098 GE Vernova International LLC; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Health Coach access

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an Engineer in Generator Electrical Design to lead electrical design activities supporting R&D, Tendering, and Requisition Engineering in the U.S. market.

The role involves analysis, documentation adaptation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure reliable generator performance. Responsibilities include designing electrical systems for turbogenerators, supporting manufacturing and commissioning teams, and driving cost-out and quality improvements while maintaining

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Power Engineering with emphasis in Electric Power and Rotating Machinery; 1 year experience (Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience considered).
• Proficiency with commercial Electro-magnetic packages.
• 2 years of experience designing rotating electrical machinery, preferably large rotating machines.
• English communication skills; second language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead requisition electrical design activities for Turbogenerators, meeting schedules and cost objectives.
• Adapt electrical standard documentation to project requirements and perform design analyses (electrical, electromagnetic, thermal, ventilation).
• Support manufacturing, sourcing, erection and commissioning activities.
• Interface with other design groups to ensure generator homogeneity and quality.

Skills

Electrical Power Engineering

Rotating Machinery

EM packages

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Power Engineering

Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Engineer in Generator Electrical Design is an individual contributor. The major thrust of this position is leading the electrical design activities within projects to support R&D, Tendering and Requisition Engineering.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform requisition electrical design activities for Turbogenerators, meeting schedules and cost objectives.
• Adaptation of electrical standard documentation to project specific requirements
• Perform Design Analysis in terms of electrical, electromagnetic, thermal and ventilation aspects
• Support Manufacturing, Sourcing, Erection and Commissioning activities as required.
• Interface with other design groups in the company.
• Support Cost-out, cycle reduction, and product quality enhancement projects
• Response to customer and site questions, analyzing and assessing client specifications
• Participation in tests and measurements at test stations, power plants, analysis of measurement results
• Supervision and improvement of tools for calculating electric machines (electrical, electromagnetic, thermal, ventilation calculations) for the needs of configuration
• Technical support for offers, sales, project management, Evaluation of erection, commissioning and operation electrical data
• Possess an excellent understanding of the fundamentals of electrical design and analysis.
• Work in close collaboration with design teams to ensure the homogeneity of the generator
• Personal development in technical skills, in personal skills, and in culture and ability to keep budget, quality and schedule

We will not provide Visa sponsorship for this role now or in the future. Relocation consideration will only be for candidates within the U.S. This position description has been designed for the U.S. market candidates. If the selection is for our Poland location, the compensation will be discussed separately with candidates proceeding in the process.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Power Engineering with emphasis in Electric Power and Rotating Machinery with 1 years of experience (Batchelor degree consideration with require 2 years of experience).
• Proficiency with commercial Electro-magnetic packages.
• 2 years of experience in designing rotating electrical machinery is required, preferably in large rotating machines
• Desired Qualifications: Oral and written communication skills in English and preferable also in second language
• High Energy team player, with good communication skills
• Creative and Innovative mindset, focused upon quality, cost and performance.
• Ability to learn, analytical mind, accuracy, self-reliance Pragmatic outlook Innovation, creativity and accountability
• Ability to work with a multi-location and multi-cultural team

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided

Yes For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 17, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/8 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.

Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard‑earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com