Senior Test Facility Electrical Engineer – Schenectady Technology Lab

GE Vernova; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 113,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Health Coach access

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability benefits

Life insurance

12 paid holidays

Permissive time off

Job summary

GE Vernova’s Schenectady Technology Lab seeks a Senior Facility Electrical Engineer to lead and advance the electrical infrastructure supporting our world-class test laboratory. This role requires deep expertise across MV and LV systems, with a focus on electrical generation, protection, and medium-voltage distribution equipment.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience from large-scale industrial facilities and capital projects, ensuring safe, reliable, and innovative electrical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years in electrical engineering.
• 5+ years in facility or industrial power systems; or 15+ years with HS diploma.
• Hands-on with MV/LV systems and protection relays.
• Proficient in ETAP, SKM or EasyPower modelling tools.
• Authorized to work in the US full-time; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, commissioning, operation and troubleshooting of MV/LV electrical systems.
• Champion electrical safety practices including LOTO and arc flash mitigation.
• Direction for facility-based projects; coordinate with EPCs and vendors.
• Develop technical specs, load lists, diagrams and area classifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Safety leadership

Electrical design

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor management

Technical documentation

Power systems studies

Electrical standards

Mentorship

Technical communication

On-site work

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Experience-based path

Tools

ETAP

SKM

EasyPower

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova’s Component & Development Test Schenectady Technology Lab is seeking a Senior Facility Electrical Engineer to lead and advance the electrical infrastructure supporting our world-class test laboratory. This role requires deep expertise across MV and LV systems, with a focus on electrical generation, protection, and medium-voltage distribution equipment. The successful candidate will bring extensive experience from large-scale industrial facilities and capital projects, ensuring safe, reliable, and innovative electrical solutions.

Job Description

Responsible for the Schenectady Technology Lab’s (STL) electrical infrastructure, spanning from 15 kV feeds down to 120 V and DC control systems. This includes transformers, switchgears, MCCs, distribution panels, UPS/DC systems, and specialized test equipment.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Safety Leadership: Champion electrical safety practices, including LOTO procedures, NFPA 70E compliance, and arc flash mitigation strategies.
• Design & Engineering: Lead facility electrical system design, commissioning, operations, and troubleshooting across MV/LV systems.
• Project Leadership: Provide primary technical direction for facility-based projects, coordinating with GE Vernova teams, EPCs, and vendor partners.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with Facility & System Readiness team, Lab leadership, lead test engineers and site senior electrical engineer to integrate electrical systems into broader facility designs.
• Vendor & Package Management: Manage electrical equipment packages end-to-end, including RFQs, bid evaluations, vendor drawing reviews, FATs, and commissioning.
• Technical Documentation: Develop detailed electrical specifications, load lists, one-line/three-line diagrams, area classifications, and technical procedures. This includes maintaining and updating legacy facility drawings/redlines.
• System Studies: Perform advanced electrical studies (load flow, short circuit, relay coordination, motor starting, arc flash) using ETAP, SKM, or similar tools.
• Global Standards Compliance: Apply NEC, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API, OSHA, and other international standards to facility designs.
• Mentorship: Act as a senior technical resource, guiding junior engineers, contractors, technicians and hourly employees.
• Communication: Prepare clear technical reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and external customers. Actively participate in team and project meetings to clearly provide professional insights, safety requirements and technical expertise.
• Work site: This role is 100% onsite at the Schenectady Technology Lab in Schenectady, NY. It also involves occasional travel (<15% annually).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution with 10+ years of professional experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years in facility or industrial power systems, OR High School diploma with 15+ years experience.
• Proven track record in electrical construction, inspection, and troubleshooting during installation and commissioning.
• Hands‑on experience with MV/LV systems including transformers, switchgears, MCCs, UPS/DC systems, generators, VFDs, and protection relays.
• Advanced proficiency in electrical system modeling software (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower).
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a full time basis. We will not sponsor individuals for work visas, now or in the future, for this position vacancy.

Desired Characteristics

• 15+ years of experience in electrical system design, FEED, and detailed engineering for large-scale facilities (oil & gas, petrochemical, hydrogen, refining, EPC).
• Demonstrated leadership in managing vendor packages, electrical buildings, and power distribution centers.
• Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD and EasyPower programs
• Strong grounding, cable sizing, breaker coordination, and electrical room layout expertise.
• Experience with power generation facilities and transmission/distribution systems.
• Working knowledge of global electrical codes and standards (NEC, CEC, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API, ABS, OSHA).
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with ability to convey complex technical information clearly.
• Understanding of electric grid operations and electrical control systems.

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 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 $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 11, 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.