Lead Controls Designer

GE Vernova; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Discretionary annual bonus

Health benefits

Job summary

GE Vernova Grid Solutions in the United States seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to design or modify protection and control drawing packages for FACTS solutions, including layouts, schematics, wiring, and BOMs.

You will coordinate with engineers, project managers, and offshore resources to meet technical specs, cost targets, and schedules, while driving continuous improvement of design documentation and ISO9001 processes.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 3 years of experience in electrical design.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% as required, including remote locations and travel.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NEC, AUS, CSA, and NESC standards.

Responsibilities

• Design or modify protection and control drawing packages for FACTS solutions, including layouts, schematics, logic diagrams, wiring/interconnection and grounding.
• Develop or update Bills of Material for all designs and ensure documentation quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of standard control documentation for FACTS equipment and control systems.
• Coordinate with offshore design resources and project team members to meet specifications, cost objectives and schedule.
• Interface with engineers, project managers and support organizations.
• Facilitate cost reduction programs including design improvements and new product introduction.
• Support ISO9001 related procedures and initiatives.

Skills

Electrical design experience

IEEE/IEC/NEC standards knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

MicroStation

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Description Summary

Tätigkeiten, die zum Design und zur Entwicklung von Produkten, Lösungen und Systemen beitragen. Beinhaltet Tätigkeiten zur technischen Verbesserung bestehender Produkte und Komponenten Beeinflusst den Abteilungsbetrieb und ist verantwortlich für die Planung/Ausführung. Die Rolle hat eine gewisse Autonomie, konzentriert sich jedoch auf die Ausführung von Aktivitäten innerhalb einer operativen Disziplin, die durch funktionale Standardpraktiken und -verfahren abgedeckt wird. Möglicherweise ist ein gewisses Urteilsvermögen erforderlich, dies erfolgt jedoch in der Regel unter Anleitung.

Job Description

About us:

Grid Solutions, a GE Vernova Renewable Energy business, serves customers globally. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We are focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid.

Why we come to work:

At GE Vernova Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the green energy transition.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Design or modification of protection and control drawing packages, including physical layouts, schematics, logic diagrams, wiring/interconnection, grounding, cable schedules and other required custom control hardware for custom FACTS solutions for orders and proposals.


• Develop or update Bills of Material for all designs, ensure consistency and quality throughout all design documentation.


• Contribute to continuous improvement of standard control documentation for FACTS equipment including protection and control systems.


• Coordinate with offshore design resources and the project team members on technical matters to meet project specifications, cost control and schedule objectives.


• Interface with internal and external team members such as principal engineers, control engineers, civil engineers, electrical designers, project managers, engineering leaders and support organizations.


• Facilitate the development and execute cost reduction programs that vary in scope and may include low-cost vendor selection, design improvements, process improvements, automation, and new product introduction.


• Excellent personal computer skills, including proficiency with Excel and Word, AutoCAD Electrical, and MicroStation.


• Support project quality procedures and initiatives including aspects of ISO9001.

Candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in the future for this open position.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, and with 3 years of experience in the specific field of electrical design.


• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% as required, which may include remote locations and international travel, and be willing to comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies.

Desired Characteristics:

• Electrical schematic drawing experience


• Proficient in Standard Drafting practices


• Knowledge of and experience using IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NEC, AUS, CSA, and NESC standards and codes, and ability to design packages when no clear customer specification is provided.


• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work in a team environment.


• Demonstrated creativity and ability to be accountable for team results in order to deliver a high‑quality product on time and under budget.

The salary range for this position is 88,600.00 - 118,100.00 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. 88,600.00 - 118,100.00 - 147,600.00 USD Annual

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Projected Close Date: August 1st, 2025

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 $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 16, 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 24/7 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.