Senior Engineer - Electric Power Systems

GE Vernova•Elgin Township, IL

2d•$113,200 - $188,800•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Engineer of Electric Power Systems, you will contribute to and lead research & development of advanced electrical power & energy systems and components used primarily in utility applications. You will engage with and support several GE Vernova businesses as well as several United States government customers and partners. You will also be encouraged to explore new or revolutionary ideas which have not found a home in a GE Vernova business yet.

Requirements

Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 8 years (for doctorates) and 10 years (for Master’s degree holders) of professional experience (after Master’s/PhD) in electric power systems.
8+ years of Demonstrated power system engineering experience in at least three of the following: Power system impact of high penetration renewable energy systems with power electronics interfaces, Electrical network modeling, Transmission or distribution system planning and optimization, Impact of novel and intelligent devices on power systems (e.g. HVDC, FACTS, storage, electric vehicles, grid forming inverters etc.), Control and Optimization technologies, Machine Learning applications for Power System.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
Current or active Secret Clearance with an ability to attain a Top-Secret Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship.
Willingness to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
Willingness to travel at a minimum of 2 weeks per year.
Must submit application on the careers page at www.gecareers.com.
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

Experience in leading big multi-million-dollar projects with multiple partners and stakeholders as Principal Investigator.
Experience in product development and familiarity with customers and competitive landscape.
Patents and publications on power system modeling, simulation, optimization, control, AI.
Extensive experience with distribution simulation software such as OpenDSS, GridLAB-D or cymdist and power systems analytical tools, such as PSCAD, PSS-E, PSLF, MAPS, DigiSILENT etc.
Experience with implementation of control algorithms and analytics in control hardware or energy/distribution management systems in a laboratory hardware in the loop environment using RTDS, Opal-RT etc.
Experience with alternative energy and distributed generation, e.g. wind, PV, fuel cells, combined heat and power applications.
Experience in control theory with a focus on control algorithms for power or energy systems.
Experience in Machine Learning applications for power systems.
Global mindset & customer focus.
Strong analytical skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating humility and candor.
Self-motivated and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience leading teams which include setting up schedules, milestones, technical reviews, tracking funding etc.
Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.
Demonstrated ability to take an innovative idea from a concept to a prototype and/or a product.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced, leading-edge research in a variety of electric power system areas, focusing on technology that enables more reliable and efficient power generation, transmission & distribution.
Lead technology development in areas including the integration of renewable energy technologies (wind, solar), WAMS, HVDC, distribution automation, power system protection, and microgrids.
Collaborate with electrical machines, power electronics, electrical propulsion, and energy storage teams on system-related aspects.
Work with other Research teams to explore applications of power systems impacting GE Vernova products like Energy Management System, Distributed Energy Resource Management System, Market Management System etc.
Analyze system requirements and needs to guide development of new technologies and capabilities for GE's power generation, transmission, distribution and end-user product offerings.
Lead multi-disciplinary project teams and provide power system analysis expertise in areas such as real-time modeling, simulation, network modeling, system analysis, protection, transient stability analysis, grid codes, economic dispatch, HVDC/FACTS, etc.
Shape new proposal areas with GE businesses, government agencies, universities, and national laboratories.
Contribute and lead proposal teams as Principal Investigators or team members.
Participate in business technology and strategy meetings.
Develop grid-control algorithms, from control of distributed energy resources (DERs) to algorithms improving grid connection of inverters.
Develop techniques to efficiently assess the impact of DERs on the grid and adapt distribution automation and management systems for operation with DERs.
Create simulation models for grid configurations and grid assets and perform simulations (direct sequence, EMT, etc.).
Develop algorithms and solutions to improve grid resiliency against cyber-physical disruptions.
Perform analytical work to define, meet or exceed customer entitlements.
Participate in the development and identification of new technology, product, and service opportunities.
Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations.
Connect the organization to the latest technological developments and trends.
Participate in IP assessments and demonstrate awareness of competing and disruptive technologies.

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
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
Relocation Assistance Provided