GE Vernova Electrical Engineer

About the Role

The ITR (Inquiry To Remittance) Plant Electrical Engineer is responsible for the technical content associated with new unit proposals & projects including BOP scope definition, analysis, costing evaluations, customer specification review, identifying scope deviations/clarifications, technical offering risk evaluation, and review of codes and standards (including grid code review). In this role, the ITR Engineer will also finalize equipment specifications and drawings, work with Sourcing on Vendor selection, provide field I&C support, and complete appropriate tasks to close out the project. This is a great opportunity for an engineer looking to develop and demonstrate the skills necessary for an engineering technical leadership role.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead projects for Application & Project Engineering team in the execution of wing-to-wing customer solutions for Turnkey and extended scope projects, from competitive proposal to execution of solutions. This includes close technical interaction and follow up with suppliers, sourcing, project management, EPC, and customers.
• Learn and gain in-depth understanding of Balance of Plant Electrical systems/equipment and interfaces such as: Control house/PCM, LV & MV Switchgears & MCCs, Power Transformers, HV Switchyard, Black start diesel generator & control, Synch panel, Protection relaying, Battery systems and UPSs.
• Familiar and able to read and interpret key electrical drawings such as: single line diagram, Electrical interconnect, schematics & interlocking.
• Learn & adapt recognized electrical codes & Standards, as well as global technical regulations and drive application & compliance in system and plant design.
• Review and interpret customer inquiries, project requirements and specifications to establish scope of supply limits, develop detail comments & clarifications, evaluate & define non-standard product request.
• Work with vendors to obtain project-specific information and quotations. Review supplier’s drawings and deliverables against customer requirements, local codes & standards as well as GE design practices.
• Work with multi-functional engineering teams to develop conceptual solutions, technical work scope, and specifications for project applications.
• Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers.
• Define, review, and manage technical proposal development and execution activities that include but not limited to product electrical system, plant electrical system, plant integration scheme to grid network, High Voltage substation design and development, protection system and industry standard AGC application, plant modeling to ensure grid code compliance.
• Work directly with Customer, Sales, Commercial operations in negotiating technical and project scope definition, Proposal preparation & contract negotiation.
• Perform Plant Design Reviews of EPC developed technical engineering documentation.
• Support Sourcing during Vendor evaluation and selection as part of the project execution process.
• Provide technical support during Installation, Commissioning and start-up / testing activities.
• Ensures feedback for continuous improvement using the Lessons Learned process.
• Enforces quality procedures and participate in their improvement.
• Collate and close out all appropriate engineering activities including As Built and lessons learned with project team.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Willing to work independently and be a self-starter.
• Able/willing to travel, both domestically and internationally (approximately 10%).
• Hands-on experience or strong will to learn and utilize AutoCAD and power simulation tools such as ETAP, PSS/E etc.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering, preferably Electrical, electro-mechanical or equivalent.

Desired Characteristics

• Leads with a Lean mindset and is skilled in applying Lean tools to improving business operations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform inclusively in a diverse environment and to promote inclusion and diversity in the workplace.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Aero Derivative Turbine Technology experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to work with different levels of management, vendors, customers, and cultures.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.

Eligibility Requirements

• The required work location is Houston, TX (relocation assistance is available).
• Willing to work a hybrid schedule with 2 days onsite (Tuesday and Thursday).
• Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States of America is required. We will not provide sponsorship for this role now or in the future.