Principal Engineer- Technical and Planning Solutions

GE Vernova

9d • $113,200 - $188,800 • Remote

About The Position

Consulting Services, a part of GE Vernova, provides global clients and internal business units with high-value technical solutions across the full spectrum of power generation, delivery, and utilization. Our team possesses comprehensive expertise in power system studies, specializing in shunt and series compensation (SVC, FACTS, HVDC, synchronous condensers, STATCOMs) and advanced dynamic control systems. We leverage a robust suite of industry-standard software—including PSLF, PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSCAD, EMTP, ASPEN, and ETAP—to address the most complex challenges in grid reliability and stability.

As a Principal Engineer within the Technical and Planning Solutions (TPS) practice, you will be a key contributor to GE Vernova’s business initiatives. You will lead high-impact studies to support the energy transition, ensuring grid reliability as we integrate renewable and thermal resources into bulk power systems. This position offers the flexibility of remote work within the United States.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electric Power Engineering.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of industry experience performing short-circuit, transient, steady-state, and dynamic power system analysis using tools such as ASPEN OneLiner, PSCAD/EMTDC, EMTP, and large-scale simulation platforms (PSS®E, TARA, PowerFactory, PSLF, DSATools).
• Seven (7) years of experience applying common programming languages (Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN) to engineering problems.
• A Ph.D. in Electrical/Power Engineering with five (5) years of relevant industry experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
• Strong background in power system analysis, including a solid understanding of inverter-based resource (IBR) control system design and application.
• Familiarity with regional transmission organization (RTO/ISO) requirements (e.g., PJM, CAISO, ERCOT, MISO, SPP).
• Ability to travel up to 20% to support project work, team collaboration, and industry conferences.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced experience creating and modifying dynamic user models in simulation tools (PSS/E, TARA, PowerFactory, DSATools, PSLF).
• Demonstrated expertise in electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulation tools (PSCAD/EMTDC, EMTP).
• Experience using C or C++ for system automation and model development.
• Proven track record of technical publication (IEEE/CIGRE) and active participation in industry standards bodies.
• Project management experience or experience with data center power studies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to diverse stakeholders, from plant operators to executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission system studies, including load flow, stability, short-circuit, and voltage analysis.
• Evaluate grid code compliance and the impact of renewable energy projects on bulk power systems.
• Perform power system transient studies and develop detailed equipment models.
• Conduct small-signal stability analyses to identify poorly damped oscillatory modes, evaluate modal characteristics, and recommend mitigation measures.
• Execute harmonic and power quality studies for transmission, distribution, and interconnection projects to ensure compliance with utility and industry standards.
• Support business development through proposal writing and client engagement. Effectively translate complex technical results into clear, actionable value propositions for customers.
• Represent GE Vernova at regional forums and industry conferences; contribute to technical papers and industry standard working groups.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 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

What This Job Offers

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