Power Systems Services Specialist

GE Vernova•Atlanta, GA

6d•$104,000 - $156,000•Remote

About The Position

At GE Vernova, the Power Systems Services Specialist is a member of the Software Center of Excellence, designing and delivering advanced applications for electric utilities and ISOs. The role contributes to grid reliability and operational efficiency through mission-critical power systems software, including Distribution Management Systems (DMS), Dispatcher Training Simulators (DTS), and modeling applications for EMS, DTS, oil and gas, and distribution. The specialist implements and maintains application functionality, writes DMS functional software designs, and collaborates with system and project engineers, frontend developers, DMS application developers, and technical leads. The role also supports project estimates, customer discussions, proposals, and demonstrations. This is a remote position, with travel and work at customer sites based on project demands.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Power Systems or a STEM major and at least 5 years of development or project delivery experience; alternatively, a master’s degree in Computer Science or a STEM major and at least 3 years of development or project delivery experience.
Excellent programming skills in C++, Java, or another related language as required.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to write professional and technical reports and procedures and present to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to travel and work at customer sites based on project demands.

Nice To Haves

Work or academic experience in power systems, particularly Distribution and Outage Management Systems.
Knowledge of Perl, PowerShell, and SQL scripting (MSSQL and/or T-SQL), and a good understanding of database operation.
Good understanding of power systems and/or energy management systems, particularly distribution network applications such as power flow, fault location, isolation and service restoration, load and Volt/Var management, and distribution operator training simulators.
Knowledge and experience with electric utility industry practices.
Ability to identify integration issues and prevent schedule impacts.

Responsibilities

Implement new functionality in power systems application software, including DMS, DTS, and modeling applications for EMS, DTS, oil and gas, and distribution.
Maintain power systems application functionality, including code fixes, documentation, and user interfaces.
Collaborate with system and project engineers, frontend developers, and DMS application developers to deliver solutions aligned with product direction.
Consult with technical leads to ensure project-related system design guidelines are followed.
Write DMS Functional Software Designs.
Provide input to technical leads on schedules and cost estimates.
Interface with customers about general and specific issues within the area of functional expertise.
Provide marketing support for proposals and demonstrations to potential customers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with a 401(k) savings opportunity, 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.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
Relocation assistance.