Lead Systems Engineer - BESS

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

101d • $98,400 - $164,000 • Remote

About The Position

GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage business combines advanced energy conversion and storage systems to meet the electrification needs of utilities and industries. With a focus on power stability, energy storage and industrial electrification solutions, Power Conversion & Storage empowers customers by addressing their most complex electrification challenges and accelerating their transition to a sustainable, decarbonized future. The Lead Energy Storage System Engineer is responsible for all aspects of battery energy storage (BESS) products and balance of plant system design for assigned projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (BSEE strongly preferred)
• 6+ Years experience in industrial or utility LV, HV, or EHV substations, energy storage project design
• Working knowledge of applicable design calculations such as UPS or battery sizing and DC system component selection, auxiliary power sizing, conduit fill, power transformer selection, circuit protection, control and power cable selection and rating, ground grid design, and lightning protection
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of the time, both domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity and experience working with grid interconnection agreements
• Professional Engineer License
• Knowledge of and experience using IEEE or IEC standards and codes
• Field-testing and commissioning experience with safe work habits
• Demonstrated electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capability
• Previous experience installing and operating power equipment
• Ability to develop and implement standards and structured programs
• Good presence in front of the customer with demonstrated commercial experience such as Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all balance of plant technical aspects of energy storage projects, including developing single line drawings and schematics, plan and elevation drawings, general arrangement and site layout, relay protection and control requirements, layouts for LV/HV equipment, conduit, cable, wiring, grounding, and control buildings.
• Provide oversight and reviews of deliverables in the proposal/bid phase, including estimating or reviewing design man-hours and materials, conceptual design engineering and BOM, directing designers and drafters on drawing requirements, preparing proposal documentation, writing and/or reviewing technical specifications, supporting sourcing for vendor quotations, and developing assumptions, clarifications, and exceptions as well as technical responses.
• Direct the efforts of engineers and designers, including writing equipment specifications and contractor work scopes, requesting vendor quotations, and evaluating those quotations.
• Act as the single point of contact for technical issues for the customer and project manager.
• Interface with customers and project team members for final commissioning.
• Coordinate with sourcing and the project team on technical matters to meet project specifications, cost control objectives, and schedule objectives.
• Define processes and procedures, perform RCAs (Root Cause Analysis), perform corrective actions, and validate process control.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to a Health Coach and a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program
• GE Retirement Savings Plan with company matching contributions
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time-off for vacation or illness
• Performance bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree