Lead Application Engineer

GE Vernova; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 93,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drugs

Health Coach

Employee assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Parental leave

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Time off

Job summary

GE Vernova in the United States is seeking an Applications Engineer to develop technical solutions for Power Conversion systems, including MV VFDs, SFCs, STATCOMs and related eBOPs.

You will evaluate RFPs, size equipment, prepare specs, perform bid costings, and work with engineering and project teams to mitigate risks while optimizing margins. Travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of technical experience in power conversion with large VFD/SFC/STATCOM applications.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% domestically and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical solutions for large MV VFD/SFC/STATCOM projects.
• Prepare RFQ specifications for equipment such as VFD/SFC/STATCOM, Motors, Converters.
• Perform bid evaluations and costing with sourcing.
• Identify technical/project risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Support commercial risk process and inquiry-to-order.
• Collaborate with partners to grow opportunities and improve margins.
• Optimize designs via cost-to-value methods and enhanced margins.

Skills

Cross-functional teams

Commercial acumen

Power conversion knowledge

Time management

Customer focus

Coordination & influence

Analytical software & CMS/Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Power Electronics Engineering (desirable)

Tools

CMS

Excel

Job description

Job Description Summary

Customer facing staff responsible for winning business Jobs at this level operate with some autonomy but are covered by well-defined Commercial policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (typically annual volume, margin and compliance requirements). Responsible for medium-sized sales territories.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Application Engineering responsibility for the Power Conversion General Industrial, Oil & Gas solution portfolio in terms of developing technical solutions for large Medium Voltage Variable Frequency Drive Systems up to 80MW, large Static Frequency Converters of 100MVA+, large STATCOMs of 100MVAr+ along with eBOPs like MV Switchgear, Converter transformers, E-Houses, air-coolers, chillers etc as a holistic (integrated) system.
• Evaluate the customer RFP specifications received, develop technical solutions that is risk mitigated, prepare detailed technical proposal, discuss and sign-off the technical solution with customer.
• Work on the MV VFD/SFC/STATCOM and Converter transformer sizing calculations to determine the ratings based on the application requirements in the customer RFP specifications.
• Prepare detailed RFQ specifications for individual equipment like VFD/SFC/STATCOM, Motors, Converter Transformers, E-Houses, MV Switchgear and other eBOPs.
• Perform bid evaluation on various quotations received, align technically as needed for the bid, and perform costing exercise in partnership with sourcing counterpart.
• Work with engineering and project teams to identify technical/project risks and devise/implement a risk mitigation plan, present it and secure sign off by the Chief Engineer's office.
• Value sell GEV Power Conversion's technical solutions to customers in key segments including but not limited to test systems, mining, metals, power, Oil & Gas. Support customer meetings with technical product differentiators.
• Support the GEV commercial risk process & all aspects of the Inquiry to Order process.
• Work with 3rd party industrial partners to enhance growth opportunities and leverage win-win technology.
• Work to optimize technical solutions by means of Design To Cost (DTC) and enhance as sold margins for the business.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years technical experience with a major Power Conversion industry OEM on large water-cooled Variable Frequency Drive Systems >10MW with large complex applications in the Industrial/Oil & Gas segment.
• Willingness to travel domestically within country and abroad as needed by the business (up to 30% of time).

Desired Characteristics

• Strong track record of working with cross-functional teams.
• Well-rounded business acumen - commercial, technical and program execution skills.
• Knowledge of various power conversion solutions available in the market across various industries.
• Master's degree in Power Electronics Engineering is desirable but not mandatory for candidates with the right technical experience.
• Strong time management skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to respond quickly to customer needs.
• Strong coordination and influencing skills.Knowledge of customer financial drivers / needs.
• Ability to utilize analytical software and sales tools (CMS, Excel, etc.).
• Strong oral and written communication skills

For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $99,800.00 - $149,800.00 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: eligible for bonus

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: December 01, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $92,800.00 and $154,700.00. 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.

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• 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.
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• 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.