R&D Lead Electrical Engineer

CP1367 GE Grid Solutions, LLC; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an innovative R&D Electrical Engineer to advance the next generation of Power Capacitors and Instrument Transformers. You will bridge theory and deployment, acting as the technical engine behind feasibility studies for new grid technologies.

From initial design and rapid prototyping to rigorous testing and cost optimization, you will contribute to high-impact power solutions that keep the grid efficient and secure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology (or equivalent) or 6 years of relevant industry experience.
• At least 3 years of advanced experience in Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual or theoretical activities related to study/research and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism for Power Capacitors and Instrument Transformers.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of power capacitor and instrument transformer disciplines.
• Apply experience and technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.
• Understand business drivers and how own work fits within the team and broader area.
• Propose alternative solutions with guidance.
• Leverage prior experience and on-the-job training to solve tasks.
• Use technical skills and analytical thinking to solve problems.
• Collaborate with internal sources beyond own team to reach decisions.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology (or equivalent)

High school diploma/GED with 6 years relevant experience

Tools

FEA software

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you passionate about driving the future of grid reliability? We are looking for an innovative R&D Electrical Engineer to join our team, focusing on the next generation of Power Capacitors and Instrument Transformers. In this role, you will bridge the gap between theoretical concept and real-world deployment. You won’t just be following processes; you will be the technical engine behind proving the feasibility of new technologies that keep the power grid efficient and secure. From initial design and rapid prototyping to rigorous testing and cost-optimization analysis, you will play a critical role in bringing high-impact power solutions to market.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conceptual or theoretical activities that deals with the study/research and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism for Power Capacitors and Instrument Transformers.
• Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline for power capacitors and instruments transformers.
• Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.
• In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
• In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
• Uses some level of judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance.
• Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks.
• Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems.
• May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
• A job at this level is likely to be an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills with some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology (or equivalent) OR a high school diploma/GED with 6 years of relevant industry experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of advanced experience in Electrical Engineering is required.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Experience on performing FEA on electromagnetic fields.
• Electrical testing knowledge.

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 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 August 07, 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.

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