Job Description SummaryThe Power Conversion branch of GE Vernova is looking for new and experienced talents which will become tomorrow the expert and reference in Power Electronics.

The Senior Power Electronics Engineer role belongs to a multicultural, multigeneration and diverse Power Electronics team under the supervision of the Power Electronics Manager. The Power Electronics team is a branch of the Global Engineering as the System team, the Automation team, and the Design office are.

If you are dreaming and passionate to design and/or control Low, Middle and High Voltage Power Electronics converters; which deliver high performance (better than 98% of efficiency) in an environment with condensation risks, with high vibrations (Marinized converters), Shock proved, Arc flash proved; for Industry, Oil and Gaz, Marine or Military application, with accuracy and precision better than the unit percent, and you are willing to push your limits and the technology limits, this is the right opportunity, the right team in a company with culture, ethics and ambitions as GE Vernova.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Technical Expert, the Senior Power Electronics Engineer performs Hardware related tasks:

Technically lead the simulation and design an overall and New Power Electronics System (transformers, drive, passive elements, control hardware) for Industrial application such as Marine Propulsion, Oil and Gas, Metals rolling mills, and Power generationDevelop New Power Electronics Drive Test and ValidationExecute complex project with high R&D contributionCommission complex and critical/strategic projectsPerform deep analysis to support site issues (detailed simulation, calculation, RCA)

The Senior Power Electronics Engineer also performs Software related technical expertise:

Technically lead the development of Offline and Real Time Electrical System Simulation for the Design of a Power Electronics system for Marine, Oil and Gas, Industry applicationsVerify and approve specifications for Power Electronic Controller and commissioning test mode instructionsLead the development of the Drive/Converter Software and HMI, the validation, and test on a test bench or on a HIL Real Time platformIdentify and follow the development of Technical Engineering tools for the project team in accordance with the strategical growth planSupport the project team and Drive Commissioning on complex issuesSupport the Drive Validation and Commissioning on complex issues

Required Qualifications

PhD with a minimum of 4 years experience in Power ElectronicsOr Master degree with a minimum of 7 years experience in Power ElectronicsOr Bachelor degree with a minimum of 9 years experience in Medium and High Voltage Power Electronics Converters

Desired Characteristics

Experience in Middle Voltage and High Voltage applicationsUnderstand physical phenomena; strong theoretical and mathematical background; with the ability to understand new concepts and ability to communicate information clearlyStrong Training and Mentoring skillsCreative, passionate and integrate into a teamWillingness to travel when neededUS citizen with eligibility to secret clearanceExperience on MMC, multilevel VSI, LCI, DC drives and CycloconverterExperience on Variable Speed application, STATCOM, or active filteringAutonomous, curious with the ability to understand new concepts, coach other engineers, and integrate into a team

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