Senior Test Facility Electrical Engineer - Schenectady Technology Lab

GE Vernova; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova's Schenectady Technology Lab is seeking a Senior Facility Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical infrastructure for our test facility. You will oversee MV/LV systems, from 15 kV feeds to 120 V and DC control, ensuring safe, reliable, and innovative solutions.

You will mentor engineers, coordinate major projects with EPCs and vendors, and ensure compliance with NEC, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API and OSHA standards in a 100% onsite role at Schenectady, NY.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• 5+ years in facility or industrial power systems.
• Authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis (no visa sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical infrastructure from 15 kV to 120 V and DC control systems.
• Design, commissioning, and troubleshooting of MV/LV systems.
• Oversee vendor packages, RFQs, FATs, and commissioning.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with EPCs and partners.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, OSHA and related standards.

Skills

MV/LV systems

Electrical safety

Project leadership

Mentorship

Vendor management

Electrical design

Relay coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

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 (

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.

Additional Information

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.

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 p