Application Engineer Grid Code Compliance and Testing

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

46d•$72,000 - $108,000•Remote

About The Position

Energy Consulting offers global clients a wide range of solutions across a spectrum of power generation, delivery, and utilization. As a member of the Grid Code Compliance team, will work directly with power producers, utilities, and developers to understand how generating facilities interact with the electrical grid. You will learn how to analyze, test, and validate the performance of generating equipment and its controls, and how to turn complex engineering results into practical answers for customers. This is an opportunity to build a career in one of the most rapidly changing areas of the electric power industry. You will work alongside experienced engineers on projects involving conventional generation, renewable energy, energy storage, and the evolving requirements of electrical grids all over the world. You will gain experience that crosses engineering, testing, simulation, consulting, and customer engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electric Power Engineering from an accredited college or university
0 to 2 years of experience in Engineering and/or Product Management in the Power Generation industry
Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor work visas at the Bachelor's level, now or in the future, for this position vacancy.
Must be 18 years or older.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Electric Power Engineering
0 to 1 year Field experience with Thermal power generation turbine and excitation control systems
Demonstrated knowledge in electrical or electric power engineering, conventional and renewable power plant design / operation
Load flow, dynamic, short circuit and protection modelling and analyses.
Proficiency performing power systems analysis using dynamic/transient simulation and other analytical tools such as PSLF, PSS/e, PSCAD and MATLAB
Demonstrated capability to complete projects on-time and on-budget as either individual contributor
Demonstrated ability to perform engineering analysis and design, develop engineering solutions in a team environment, and to provide technical consulting services to customers
Proficiency with office productivity software (e.g., MS Office, Visio, MS Project)
Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g., ability to effectively communicate with all levels of internal and external customers, plant staff. Etc.)
Internship, co-op, undergraduate research, or relevant engineering project experience.
Strong project management and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

Support and execute engineering studies involving generator and governor performance, controls, and grid requirements.
Develop, verify, and validate electrical load flow and dynamic models used to represent generating facilities
Support testing and data collection at power plants
Analyze test and simulation results to identify discrepancies and refine models
Develop engineering calculations, reports, presentations, and technical documents
Work with experienced engineers to troubleshoot technical problems and develop solutions
Use industry-standard engineering software and tools such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, etc
Take increasing ownership of technical tasks as your knowledge and experience develop
Travel to customer sites when required

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off