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Lead Engineer – Electric Power Systems
8 hours ago
Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova's businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.
As a Lead Engineer - Electric Power Systems you will contribute to the development of advanced electrical power & energy systems and components used primarily in utility applications. You will engage with and support several GE Vernova businesses.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
The Electric Power Systems team performs advanced, leading-edge research in a variety of electric power system areas. We focus on technology that enables more reliable and efficient power generation, transmission & distribution. Our major customers include GE Power, GE Renewable Energy, US Dept. of Energy, and the US Dept. of Defense. Opportunities will exist to contribute to technology development in a wide-range of areas including the integration of renewable energy technologies such as wind and solar, WAMS, HVDC, distribution automation, power system protection, and microgrids. Many of these project collaborations are required within the internal organization by actively working on system related aspects with the electrical machines, power electronics, and electrical propulsion and energy storage teams.
As a Lead Engineer of Electric Power Systems you will:
Participate in the development of new technologies and capabilities for GE Vernova's power generation, transmission, distribution and end-user product offerings by analyzing system requirements and needs to be translated into existing and new products.
Develop algorithms to aggregate distributed energy resources (DERs) to provide services to the grid in a microgrid or virtual power plant configuration.
Develop techniques to efficiently assess the impact of DERs on the grid and develop mitigation strategies.
Adapt modern distribution automation and management systems for operation with DERs.
Develop electrical system requirements into projects related to power electronics, electrical machines, propulsion system, energy storage systems, etc.
Join 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, Smart Grid concepts, economic dispatch, HVDC/FACTS, etc.
Perform analytical work to define, meet or exceed customer entitlements.
Participate in the development and identification of technology, product and service opportunities.
Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and value obtained.
Connect the organization to the latest technology developments and trends.
Demonstrate awareness of competing and disruptive technologies.
Contribute to proposals for GE Vernova businesses as well as government agencies.
Required Qualifications:
Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in electric power systems or related field or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 6 years of experience in electric power systems or related field.
Demonstrated power system engineering experience in at least two of the following: Power system modeling, Protection and stability, Transmission or distribution system planning and optimization, Impact of novel and intelligent devices on power systems (e.g. HVDC, FACTS, storage, electric vehicles etc.), Control and communication technologies, AI/Machine Learning application to power systems.
Experience with implementation of control algorithms and analytics in control hardware or energy/distribution management systems in a field or lab hardware in the loop environment (e.g. RTDS) and PSCAD simulation capability.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship. This role is not eligible for employer immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
Desired Characteristics:
Experience with microgrid control, energy management systems, hybrid power plant control
Experience with power electronics based distributed generation and energy storage
Experience with cybersecurity in power and energy application
Project experience and publications as the lead author in virtual power plant modeling, simulation, optimization and control
Extensive experience with simulation software such as PSCAD, PSS/E, OpenDSS and familiarity with EMTP, PSLF and MAPS.
Programming capability in python or similar languages to interface different modeling tools and platforms
Experience in control theory with a focus on control algorithms for power or energy systems
Detailed understanding of generator excitation and speed controls
Experience with alternative energy and distributed generation, e.g. wind, PV, fuel cells, data-center and combined heat and power applications
Experience in writing government proposals (e.g. DOE, ARPA-E, DOD) for research grants
Global mindset & customer focus
Entrepreneurial inclination
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164, The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on December 05, 2025.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the 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. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.