Lead Power Systems Engineer - Grid Integration and Stability, Consulting Services

GE Vernova

6d • Remote

About The Position

Consulting Services, a part of GE Vernova, has offices in multiple countries and offers global clients (external & GE Vernova verticals) a wide range of solutions across the entire spectrum of power generation, delivery, and utilization. Consulting Services at GE Vernova is a team that has comprehensive global experience in power system studies including in-depth experience in analyzing shunt and series compensations including application of SVCs, FACTS, HVDC, synchronous condensers, STATCOMs, and power plant and transmission system dynamic controls. Our global team has professional experience with leading power system simulation and analysis software tools like Positive Sequence Load Flow (PSLF) software and Multi-Area Production Simulation (MAPS) software, as well as PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSCAD, EMTP, ASPEN, ETAP, other commercial application tools, and many specialized in-house tools. Our team also has deep experience with voltage control and reactive planning issues as well as the tools and procedures that are most effective in studying them. We perform detailed steady state, voltage and transient stability studies of regional transmission systems, generation interconnections, and renewable generation impacts, as well as specialized studies for sub-synchronous resonance, and torsional and control interactions. Role Summary/Purpose As a member of the Consulting Services Grid Integration and Stability (GIS) practice area, the selected candidate will be an active contributor to the GE Vernova business initiatives related to power systems and power electronics equipment and services to support energy transition. This position is eligible for remote work within the United States.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or electric power engineering
• Minimum three (3) years of industry experience performing transient analysis using simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP and steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSAT.
• Minimum three (3) years of industry experience with the use and application of common programming languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN)
• Strong background in power system analysis
• Solid understanding of inverter-based resources (control system) design and application considerations
• Eligibility Requirements Willingness to travel for supporting project work, meeting team members, attending industry standard working group meetings and conferences (up to 10%)

Nice To Haves

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. ability to effectively communicate with all levels of GE Vernova and customer/plant staff)
• Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, electric power engineering, or related field of study – no industry experience is required with this qualification
• Advanced experience with steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and use of programming languages like C and C++ is a plus
• Advanced experience in creating and modifying dynamic user models in simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSATand PSLF is a plus
• Experience in electromagnetic transient simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP
• Advanced experience with dynamic and time-domain simulation tools (e.g. FORTRAN programming of user-written models in PSCAD (“black box” models) and in EMTP, use of Python/MATLAB scripting to automate execution and analysis of multiple simulations)
• Demonstrated application of complex mathematics and engineering to real-world electric power system problems
• IEEE/CIGRE published articles related to power systems engineering topics, participation in industry standards working groups.
• Experience with Data Center related studies is a plus
• Project management experience

Responsibilities

• Perform technical analysis related to power electronic and power systems control of renewable generation, battery energy storage systems, large industrial drives and FACTS.
• Support customers with power systems engineering expertise; including modeling, analysis, equipment design and specification, and failure mode analysis
• Create, modify and parametrize simulation models representing GE Vernova inverter-based resource (IBR) products like wind turbines, solar and battery storage
• Evaluate grid code compliance standards and their impact on renewable energy projects in bulk power systems
• Support development of transmission and distribution connected IBR and distributed energy resource (DER) products for evolving codes and standards through participation in industry standards groups
• Perform power system transient studies, and detailed equipment modeling using appropriate software tools
• Effectively communicate results to both internal and external customers by preparing detailed written reports and presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and customer value propositions
• Enhance industry knowledge and present technical content in regional forums and conferences; serve as a thought leader in industry activities
• Actively participate in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are important

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level