GE Vernova Electrical Engineer

About the Role

The ITR (Inquiry To Remittance) Plant Electrical Engineer role is responsible for the technical content of new unit proposals and 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). This role will also finalize equipment specifications and drawings, work with Sourcing on Vendor selection, provide field I&C support, and close out projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects for the Application & Project Engineering team in the execution of wing-to-wing customer solutions for Turnkey and extended scope projects, from competitive proposal to execution.
• Gain in-depth understanding of Balance of Plant Electrical systems/equipment and interfaces: Control house/PCM, LV & MV Switchgears & MCCs, Power Transformers, HV Switchyard, Black start diesel generator & control, Synch panel, Protection relaying, Battery systems and UPSs.
• Read and interpret key electrical drawings: single line diagram, Electrical interconnect, schematics & interlocking.
• Learn and adapt recognized electrical codes & Standards, as well as global technical regulations.
• Review and interpret customer inquiries, project requirements, and specifications to establish scope of supply limits, develop comments & clarifications, and evaluate non-standard product requests.
• Work with vendors to obtain project-specific information and quotations.
• Review supplier’s drawings and deliverables against customer requirements, local codes & standards, and 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 including 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 with Customer, Sales, and Commercial operations in negotiating technical and project scope definition, proposal preparation, and contract negotiation.
• Perform Plant Design Reviews of EPC developed technical engineering documentation.
• Support Sourcing during Vendor evaluation and selection.
• Provide technical support during Installation, Commissioning, and start-up/testing activities.
• Ensure feedback for continuous improvement using the Lessons Learned process.
• Enforce quality procedures and participate in their improvement.
• Collate and close out all appropriate engineering activities including As Built and lessons learned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering, preferably Electrical, electro-mechanical or equivalent.
• Willingness to work independently and be a self-starter.
• Willingness 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.
• 0-1 year of related experience in Engineering.

Desired Characteristics

• Leads with a Lean mindset and is skilled in applying Lean tools.
• Demonstrated ability to perform inclusively in a diverse environment and promote inclusion.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Aero Derivative Turbine Technology experience.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.

Eligibility Requirements

• Work location: 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. Sponsorship is not provided.