Lead Engineer – Electric Power Systems

GE Vernova•Elgin Township, IL

4d•$98,400 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Lead Engineer of Electric Power Systems in Vernova R&D organization, you will contribute, and lead research & development of advanced electrical power & energy systems and components used in multiple applications. You will engage with and support several GE Vernova businesses as well as several United States government customers and partners. You will also be encouraged to explore new or revolutionary ideas which have not found a home in a GE Vernova business yet.

Requirements

Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in electric power systems or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 6 years of experience in electric power systems
At least of 2 years of power system engineering experience in at least two of the following: Power system impact of renewable energy systems, Network modeling, Protection and stability, Transmission or distribution system planning and optimization, Impact of novel and intelligent devices on power systems (e.g. HVDC, FACTS, energy storage, electric vehicles, solid state transformers etc.), System integration of electric power, Control and communication technologies, Machine Learning Applications for Power System
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
Must be 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

Experience with microgrid control, energy management systems, hybrid power plant control
Experience with power electronics based distributed generation and energy storage
Experience with cybersecurity in power and energy application
Project experience and publications as the lead author in virtual power plant modeling, simulation, optimization and control
Extensive experience with simulation software such as PSCAD, PSS/E, OpenDSS and familiarity with EMTP, PSLF and MAPS.
Programming capability in python or similar languages to interface different modeling tools and platforms
Experience with implementation of control algorithms and analytics in control hardware or energy/distribution management systems in a field or lab hardware in the loop environment (e.g. RTDS)
Experience in control theory with a focus on control algorithms for power or energy systems
Detailed understanding of generator excitation and speed controls
Experience with alternative energy and distributed generation, e.g. wind, PV, fuel cells, data-center and combined heat and power applications
Experience in writing government proposals (e.g. DOE, ARPA-E, DOD) for research grants
Global mindset & customer focus
Strong analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating humility and candor
Self-motivated and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

Participate in the development of new technologies and capabilities for GE's power generation, transmission, distribution and end-user product offerings by analyzing system requirements and needs to be translated into existing and new products.
Develop algorithms to aggregate distributed energy resources (DERs) to provide services to the grid in a microgrid or virtual power plant configuration.
Develop techniques to efficiently assess the impact of DERs on the grid and develop mitigation strategies.
Adapt modern distribution automation and management systems for operation with DERs.
Develop electrical system requirements into projects related to power electronics, electrical machines, propulsion system, energy storage systems, etc.
Join multi-disciplinary project teams and provide power system analysis expertise in areas such as real-time modeling, simulation, network modeling, system analysis, protection, transient stability analysis, grid codes, Smart Grid concepts, economic dispatch, HVDC/FACTS, etc.
Perform analytical work to define, meet or exceed customer entitlements.
Participate in the development and identification of technology, product and service opportunities.
Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and value obtained.
Connect the organization to the latest technology developments and trends.
Demonstrate awareness of competing and disruptive technologies.
Contribute to proposals for GE businesses as well as government agencies.

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, as well as 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
Relocation Assistance Provided