Senior Applications Engineer - SMR Electrical Systems & Grid Interface (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

GE Vernova•Wilmington, NC

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Applications Engineer for Electrical Systems will be part of a multi-discipline Electrical and I&C Systems technical team of dedicated engineers responsible for the deployment of GVH SMR plant technology (e.g. BWRX-300 Standard Plant) across multiple US and international sites, including comprehensive engineering input to the development of new plant proposals, early works agreements and new product offerings. In this position, you will gain and maintain a strong understanding of electrical systems design basis of our standard plant design, along with the underlying plant and system-level requirements, and use that understanding to perform detailed gap analysis on prospective customer site requirements (e.g., codes, standards, regulations, grid requirements, etc.). In addition to gap analysis, you will play a critical role in developing conceptual and preliminary design solutions for the gaps identified. This role will focus on both plant internal electrical power systems as well as external grid connection solutions. Leveraging your subject matter expertise in Electrical Systems design, you will support the development of detailed statements of work for current and subsequent project phases, proposal technical write-ups, engineering estimates, schedule development and risk assessments in support of site selection, site permitting, and construction/operation licensing milestones.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field.
At least 8 years of progressive experience in electric power systems engineering.
At least 5 years of experience in the nuclear industry or equivalent large scale power generation industry.
Eligibility Requirements: The preferred work location for this role is at the GVH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered.
This role may require access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field
Professional Engineer registration in one or more states.
Strong knowledge of nuclear electric power systems design principles, including safety classification, diverse train architecture, and redundancy
Demonstrated ability to adapt electric power systems designs to new codes, standards, and regulations.
Familiarity with nuclear electrical codes and standards such as IEEE, NFPA, and other regulatory frameworks
Experience working at the interface between plant power systems and utility grid requirements.
Knowledge of diverse regulatory schemes (e.g., US NRC, CNSC, IAEA, etc.) and grid code requirements (e.g., US regions, Canada, EU, etc.)
Experience developing modular solutions and associated interface requirements.
Proven ability to be a liaison between organizations that are operating in separate geographic locations
High performing individual with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
Proven interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to think strategically, be creative and move quickly
Demonstrated ability to lead a team of highly experienced engineers and balance multiple demands and priorities
High performing energetic leader with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
Experience with project management skillset (communication, risk, planning/scheduling, change mgmt)
EPC experience and knowledge; specifically, power plant
Understanding of nuclear industry and technology
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Responsibilities

Provide mentorship and professional development for early-career and lead-level engineers on the team
Develop and maintain a deep technical knowledge of the design basis for standard plant electrical systems of the BWRX-300 technology.
Perform detailed gap analysis between stand plant electrical systems and site-specific requirements, including regulatory requirements, electrical codes and standards, transmission system and grid interconnection requirements, and local power system reliability requirements.
Evaluate impacts of site-specific requirements on both plant electrical systems and grid interface/switchyard systems.
Develop and propose conceptual design solutions to resolve site application challenges while maximizing design standardization where practicable.
Support integration across multiple engineering disciplines, including architectural engineering, licensing, equipment design, and safety systems.
Participate in design evolution programs that extend and improve our modularization strategies.
Contribute to an engineering team that assures proposals and early works packages for selected sites are compatible with our standard product offering.
Establish and maintain strong working relationship with internal engineering teams.
Interface with external partners, customers, and other applicable country specific regulatory agencies as required on technical issues.
Work with proposal and early works teams to build estimates, schedules, and identify risks associated with different opportunities.
Provide guidance to external partner engineering resources to ensure the quality of deliverables.
Support commercial and marketing opportunities to develop new business opportunities.
Protect the Intellectual Property rights of GVH.
Support GVH initiatives, corrective action, process improvement and simplification.
Ensure adherence to GVH’s standards for nuclear safety and compliance.

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