Principal Engineer - Electrical Power System Analytics (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

GE Vernova; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 128,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Systems Analyst to provide technical leadership in the analysis and modeling of electrical systems. This role emphasizes process ownership and collaboration across disciplines to ensure the design and performance of electrical distribution systems meet rigorous standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, with extensive experience in dynamic modeling and simulation. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers a supportive work environment where your contributions can make a significant impact on the future of energy solutions. If you're ready to tackle complex challenges and drive excellence in engineering, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time-off

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in electrical systems analysis and modeling.
• Strong technical leadership and project management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical analysis and modeling for electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear regulations and industry standards.

Skills

Electrical Systems Analysis

Technical Leadership

Modeling and Simulation

Problem Solving

Project Management

Technical Writing

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master in Engineering

Tools

ETAP

AutoCAD

MATLAB

Confluence

DOORS-NextGen

Job description

Job Description Summary

Makes decisions and recommendations recognized as fact based, reasonable, and authoritative with impact on designs, analysis, reports, etc. Demonstrates creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving challenging Discipline specific and cross- Discipline problems. Defines technical strategy, plans, objectives, requirements, work scope, nuclear regulations and industry standards, guides, etc. Assesses staff competencies. Provides mentorship and oversight.

This role focuses on the analytical aspects of electrical systems discipline. Responsible for all aspects of electrical systems analysis including technical leadership and process ownership.

Includes Safety Class 1 (SC1) or safety-related, SC2 and SC3 or augmented quality, and SC None or nonsafety-related scope in nuclear island (NI) and turbine island (TI), balance of plant (BOP), and switchyard.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide Technical Leadership and Process Ownership for the development of electrical models and analysis support the design of the plant electrical distribution system.
• Electrical models will include both AC and DC systems, component equipment. This generally includes the following equipment types:
  • Utility Grid Interconnection
  • Main Turbine Generators including governor and excitation system
  • Large Power Transformers (GSU/UAT/RAT)
  • Protective relaying
  • Standby Diesel Generators
  • Medium, Low Voltage Switchgear and MCCs
  • Load modeling including ASD, Motor and constant impedance loads.
  • UPS/DC Systems including both lead acid and lithium-ion battery technology
• Typical AC analysis covered:
  • Transient Stability
  • Transformer Optimization for generation interconnect
  • Load Flow
  • Short Circuit
  • Motor Starting
  • Protection and Coordination
  • Arc Flash
• Typical UPS/DC Analysis:
  • Battery Sizing and Discharge
  • Short Circuit
  • Control Circuit Analysis
• Identify, develop, evaluate, introduce, and manage design solutions for plant electric power distribution systems (EPDS) design.
• Apply electrical circuit and electro-magnetic theory, mathematical modeling, and simulation; power flow across modes of operation, setting boundaries, optimization, coordination within and across voltage levels, and understanding complex systems of systems.
• Collaborate with other Disciplines to define and achieve functional, performance, reliability, availability, maintainability, inspect’ability (RAMI) goals using failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), probabilistic risk analysis (PRA), and similar techniques.
• Support nuclear regulatory certification or licensing document preparation.
• Perform technical oversight, review, and verification of deliverables from suppliers to ensure their adequacy, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with requirements.
• Lead technical optioneering and assessment studies, root cause analyses, design reviews, etc.
• Ensure work products are on-spec, budget, and schedule.
• Provide technical mentoring, guidance, and oversight with balanced, respectful mindset as well as staff competency qualification assessments.
• Champion knowledge capture and transfer, Lessons Learned, Best Practices, Design Guides, use of digital engineering tools, etc.
• Write and contribute to technical papers, awards, and patents – Participate in industry groups.
• Establish productive working relationships with Engineering, Product and Project Management, support functions, and external suppliers.
• Deliver with integrity, safety and security, quality, then output at cost – Champion nuclear culture.
• Support LEAN, Design To Cost, Value Engineering, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering for Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or equivalent year technical degree.
• 10 year experience using digital tools preparing dynamic or transient physics based modeling, simulation, analysis [ETAP] of electrical systems.
• 10 year experience in heavy and high reliability industries such as; nuclear, power, process, marine, oil & gas, military, etc. design requirements, specifications, documentation, and related detailed design artifacts including procurement packages using digital tools such as; drawings, databases, tabular lists covering functions, algorithms, set points, equipment and instrument characteristics and configurations, electrical and heat loads, physical equipment layout.
• 10 year experience using either:
  • IEEE Std 80, 81, 115, 242, 308, 317, 323, 338, 344, 379, 384, 450, 484, 485, 603, 665, 666, 741, 765, 1050, C37.06, C50.10, C50.13, C57.13, C62.23 and NFPA 780
    -OR-
  • IEC Std 62855, Nuclear power plants – Electrical power systems – Electrical power systems analysis and supporting IEC 60034 thru 62305 series.
• 10 years application engineering or field installation with heavy electrical equipment and components thereof including selection, sizing and analysis calculations, modeling and simulation, and qualification [environmental, seismic, embedded digital] to diverse industry standards (e.g.; IEEE, IEC, ASME).
• 10 year experience with excellent PC as well as productivity software [e.g.; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Visio] and computer aided design (CAD) [e.g.; 2D AutoCAD or 3D Inventor].

Eligibility Requirements:

• The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered.

Desired Characteristics:

• Master in Engineering for Electrical, Mechanical, Nuclear, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or equivalent year technical degree.
• Professional Engineer (PE) – National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) or equivalent.
• Ontario Canada PEO License Holder
• Experience using modern digital engineering collaboration and design tools such as:
  • Content creation [e.g.; Confluence/Atlassian],
  • Requirements management [e.g.; DOORS-NextGen/IBM],
  • Design and analysis simulation [e.g.; Easy5/MSC, Simulink-MATLAB/MathWorks, Mathcad/PTC, 3KeyMaster/WSC, ETAP, SKM],
  • Change, configuration, document and bill of material (BOM) management [e.g.; ENOVIA/Dassault-Systemes].
• Clear thinker, detail oriented, insightful, quantitative, results oriented – Able to make reasoned, sound, and timely decisions.
• Exceptional technical writing.
• Strong verbal communication and facilitating skills for technical and business audiences.
• Able and willing to take ownership and responsibility for scoping, planning, prioritizing, scheduling, budgeting, action tracking, monitoring, corrective actions, reporting, etc.
• Self-starter with energy and positive “Can-Do” attitude.
• Proven track record of producing quality deliverables on specification, budget, and schedule in a fast passed environment.
• Team player with cross- discipline and matrixed functional skills and experience.
• Able to handle multiple concurrent assignments and priorities.
• Adaptive with continuous learning and improvement “mindset” with an ability to identify, influence, and implement better ways to do an activity or process.
• Working knowledge, skill, and experience using Agile or LEAN, define, measure, analyze, improve, control (DMAIC), design for six sigma (DFSS), design for reliability (DFR), failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), and design to cost (DTC).

The base pay range for this position is $128,000-202,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 4/4/2025.

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

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., 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.

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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: May 02, 2025