Senior Power System Engineer

GE Vernova; United (PA); Remote; USD 111,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Power System Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves executing Protection and Control Engineering services across Transmission, Distribution, and Industrial markets in the US and Canada. The successful candidate will design, program, and test protection systems while leading engineering studies and providing technical support. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and competitive compensation, making it ideal for those passionate about advancing in the electric power industry.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) with Company Matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electric power systems design and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of power system studies and protection theory.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver complex protection solutions for electrical utilities.
• Lead engineering studies such as load flow and short circuit analysis.

Skills

Power System Design

Protection Engineering

Control Systems

Microgrid Solutions

Power Flow Optimization

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Tools

Mathcad

MATLAB

ASPEN

CDEGS

Etap

Job description

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Job Description Summary

This position will be responsible for executing Protection and Control Engineering and Consulting services in Transmission, Distribution and Industrial markets in the US and Canada. Reporting through the Grid Automation North America Protection and Control Engineering manager, the Power System Protection and Control Engineer will be part of the regional Projects and Services execution team. Activities will include designing, programming, testing and commissioning protection and control related applications for power system design and substation automation projects.

Job Description Summary

This position will be responsible for executing Protection and Control Engineering and Consulting services in Transmission, Distribution and Industrial markets in the US and Canada. Reporting through the Grid Automation North America Protection and Control Engineering manager, the Power System Protection and Control Engineer will be part of the regional Projects and Services execution team. Activities will include designing, programming, testing and commissioning protection and control related applications for power system design and substation automation projects.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Design and delivery of complex protection solutions for generation, transmission, distribution systems for electrical utilities and industrial clients.
• Leading the design and development of microgrid solutions including power flow optimization and dispatching algorithms.
• Lead engineering studies and analyses efforts such as: short circuit, load flow, arc-flash studies, protective device coordination studies.
• Perform advanced power system studies and analysis such as reliability studies, feasibility studies, power quality, harmonic studies, harmonic mitigation studies, motor starting, power factor correction, Underground power cable sizing, etc.
• Create complex relay setting files to include programming of Protection and Control Elements, Complex control Logic and Communications settings for GE and third-party protective relays.
• Test customized Protection and Control solutions both in house and at customer installations.
• Ability to model and conduct power system simulations using RTDS simulator or equivalent.
• Provide factory acceptance test plans and testing services to validate protection designs for customer witnessing.
• Site acceptance test planning and field support up to and including commissioning of new applications.
• Assist software tool development to automate the engineering process internally and externally with key utility partners.
• Lead technical discussions and negotiations with key customer accounts, participate in project meetings with project managers and customers on technical discussions.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering specialized in power system.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in design, study, and analysis of electric power systems.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge of power system steady stat and transient analysis, fault study and protection theory. Familiar with symmetrical components.
• Working experience with study software and power system tools such as Mathcad, MATLAB, ASPEN, CAPE, SKM,CYME, CDEGS, WinIGS, or Etap
• Working knowledge on substation communication protocols such as IEC 61850, DNP, Modbus
• Strong field experience with system commissioning and testing including Doble / Omicron test equipment or similar.
• Ethical and professional business manner in interaction with team members and customers.
• Technical skills to execute projects, identify opportunities, and write SOW proposals.
• Estimate engineering efforts for customer proposals and projects.
• Proficient in technical report writing, MS Word and Excel
• Effective communication skills including technical writing and presentations.
• Strong learning skills, demonstrate collaborative style and Customer focused.
• Professional engineering accreditation in New York state is essential.
  
  

The base pay range for this position is 111,200.00 - 148,300.00 USD Annual. 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 a 15% variable incentive bonus. This posting is expected to close on 2/24/25.

• 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., 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.

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

• This is a remote position
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Electric Power Generation

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