Electrical Substation Project Engineer - 2

GE Vernova; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

12 paid holidays

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an Electrical Engineer to execute and lead HV substation design tasks under supervision. You will develop general arrangements, layouts, and BOMs, perform design calculations, and coordinate with protection, control, and civil disciplines.

The role involves reviewing vendor quotations, preparing specifications, and supporting proposals. Travel may be required, with a focus on delivering quality within schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university with GPA > 3.0 (US system).
• Work experience in power systems engineering and design.
• Ability and willingness to travel, including internationally, in compliance with company travel and tax policies.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical tasks for AC substation projects under the guidance of a Lead Engineer.
• Develop high voltage substation drawings, plan and elevation views, BOMs and equipment layouts.
• Perform engineering calculations related to substation design.
• Coordinate design with other disciplines (SLDs, relay protection, control requirements).
• Write specifications for HV equipment and prepare material purchase requests.
• Evaluate vendor quotations for substation equipment (breakers, switchgear, transformers, cables, protection systems).
• Resolve technical issues with customer and project manager; maintain budget and schedule with the team.
• Interface with cross-functional stakeholders (Principal Engineers, CAD operators, Project Managers).
• Support proposal development (technical specs, material estimating, vendor evaluations).
• Contribute to engineering automation and quality initiatives.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Team collaboration

Engineering calculations

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Execute technical tasks for AC substation projects under the guidance of a Lead Engineer.

• Develop high voltage substation:

  • General arrangement and layout drawings

  • Plan and elevation views

  • Detailed bill of materials

  • Bus, cable, equipment, conduit, wiring, grounding, and control building arrangements

• Perform engineering calculations related to substation design.

• Coordinate overall design with other disciplines, including:

  • Single line diagrams and schematics

  • Relay protection and control requirements

• Write specifications for high voltage equipment and prepare material purchase requests.

• Evaluate vendor quotations for substation equipment, such as:

  • Circuit breakers

  • Switchgear

  • Disconnect switches

  • Power transformers

  • High voltage cables

  • Protection and control systems

• Resolve technical issues in coordination with the customer and project manager.

• Collaborate with the Lead Engineer and Project Manager to maintain project budget and schedule.

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary engineering and design team.

• Coordinate with sourcing and project teams to ensure specifications, cost, and schedule objectives are met.

• Interface with cross-functional internal and external stakeholders, including:

  • Principal Engineers

  • Protection & Control Engineers

  • Electrical/Physical Designers

  • CAD operators

  • Project Managers

  • Support functions

• Support proposal development by:

  • Writing/reviewing technical specs

  • Estimating materials

  • Assisting with vendor quote evaluations

  • Guiding design/drafting teams

  • Developing clarifications, exceptions, and technical responses

• Contribute to engineering automation, productivity improvements, and quality initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. Grade point average greater than 3.0 [U.S. system]

• Work experience in power systems engineering and design

• Ability and willingness to travel, including internationally, in compliance with company travel and tax policies.

Desired Characteristics:

• Passed FE exam, registered E.I.T.

• Experience / working knowledge of applicable design calculations such as battery sizing and DC system component selection, control and power cable selection and rating, bus sizing, fittings, insulator selection, ground grid design, and lightning protection

• Work exposure to Transmission and Distribution substation engineering for utilities and renewable energy power plants and projects experience as an Electrical Project Engineer in substation type applications for primary/physical/outdoor design, including aspects of civil design and control and relay protection design

• Knowledge of and experience using IEEE and ANSI standards and codes such as the NEC and NESC

• Prior GEV work experience

• Demonstrated electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capability

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Able to lead small teams, innovate, and be accountable for results in order to deliver a high-quality product on time and under budget

• Excellent personal computer skills, including programming and familiarity with AutoCAD, including 3D modeling

We deliver integrated project solutions to enable large scale electrification and support our customer needs.

Additional Information

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: No

Compensation and Benefits

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $79,200.00 and $118,800.00. 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 October 30, 2026.

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 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.