Lead Engineer - Electrical Component
GE Vernova
Company Overview
What They Do
GE Vernova focuses on core technologies across power generation, wind energy, and electrification, operating through three main segments: Power, Wind, and Electrification. The Power segment encompasses gas, nuclear, hydro, and steam technologies for dispatchable power, while the Wind segment includes both onshore and offshore turbines and blades. The Electrification segment provides grid solutions, power conversion, software, solar, and storage for transmission, distribution, and energy orchestration (source: moomoo.com). Their product offerings include the Haliade-X offshore wind turbine, which boasts a capacity of 13 MW and is currently powering the UK's Dogger Bank Wind Farm, and the BWRX-300 small modular reactor, which has a carbon-free output of 300 MW (source: ge.com). GE Vernova's extensive installed base includes over 7,000 gas turbines and about 55,000 wind turbines, contributing to approximately 30% of global electricity generation (source: namu.wiki).
Projects & Track Record
GE Vernova has a rich history of notable projects, including the supply of generators for the Grand Coulee Dam in Washington in 1939, which surpassed Hoover Dam in power capacity. They also contributed to the Shippingport Atomic Power Station in Pennsylvania in 1957, providing 60,000 kW of power to serve 120,000 citizens (source: ge.com). More recently, they have been involved in the development of the Haliade-X 13 MW turbine, which began powering the Dogger Bank Wind Farm in the UK in 2023, and the BWRX-300 small modular reactor, announced in 2022 (source: ge.com). Their historical contributions also include the turbines for China's Three Gorges Dam, which has a capacity of 22,500 MW, and the installation of SF6-free gas-insulated lines at the Sellindge substation in the UK in 2017 (source: ge.com).
Recent Developments
In the last two years, GE Vernova successfully completed its spin-off from General Electric on April 2, 2024, with shares trading on the NYSE under the ticker GEV. This milestone was celebrated with the ringing of the opening bell alongside GE Aerospace (source: gevernova.com). The company has also made significant announcements, including the selection of Cambridge, Massachusetts, as its global headquarters, which officially opened on November 2, 2023 (source: gevernova.com). Furthermore, GE Vernova held its first Investor Day on March 6, 2024, and unveiled its brand on July 18, 2022, marking a new chapter in its operational strategy (source: gevernova.com).
Working There
GE Vernova offers a variety of roles across its three main segments: Power, Wind, and Electrification. The company employs approximately 80,000 people globally, with a strong emphasis on technical, operational, and software positions (source: gevernova.com). Hiring occurs at their Cambridge headquarters, which houses about 200 employees, as well as at various sites across over 100 countries, including manufacturing hubs for turbines and grid technology (source: gevernova.com). The company culture is guided by the "GE Vernova Way," which prioritizes safety, quality, delivery, and cost, reflecting a commitment to innovation and sustainability drawn from over 130 years of heritage (source: gevernova.com).
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Job Description
The candidate should possess strong hands-on experience in Prepare and review MV Equipment Technical Specifications, Datasheets, and Purchase Requisitions, vendor offer evaluation, technical bid analysis, Layout & Section Drawings, Equipment Sizing, Switchyard Electrical Equipment specifications, GA Drawings, STATCOM yard and Valve room Layout preparation, Cooling System Arrangement, Interfacing points etc. and site pre-commissioning work. Experience of working in 1 - 2 STATCOM/HVDC project will be preferred.
GE Vernova delivers reactive power compensators such as Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) and Static Var Compensators (SVC), on which we are the global FACTS Solution Line based in Finland, India, Brazil and US. These systems are used to control power system voltage and reactive power flow as well as to improve the power system stability and transmission system efficiency. Via our projects, you truly have a chance to make the world a better place by helping our global customers in saving vital energy and securing stable electricity distribution.
We are looking for Engineering Professionals to join the FACTS Solution Line team. The position will be based in Noida, India with remote working flexibility. You will be working on cutting edge technology and varied international high-profile projects. In this position, you will be reporting to Engineering Manager - Electromechanical, Noida office and it can be considered a top priority position to perform in a critical engineering discipline for overall FACTS business.
Key Responsibilities
- MV Equipment engineering: Deep technical expertise on MV switchgear, Power transformers, Reactors (air-core / iron-core), Capacitors, Busbars and cables, Wall bushings, AC CT, DC CT, PCR, AIS Circuit Breakers, CT, VT, Surge Arrester, DS, ES, Auxiliary Transformer, Grounding Transformers etc.
- Prepare equipment technical specifications, datasheets, and purchase requisitions, vendor evaluation, technical bid analysis, vendor drawings/documents approval, manufacturing clearance, FAT, Site pre-commissioning support etc. for above equipment.
- Electrical clearances and insulation coordination, short circuit forces, thermal limits, Earthing & lightning protection design & Busbar sizing etc.
- Expertise on Layout preparation and BOQ generation using REVIT for STATCOM yard MV bays is preferred.
- ITO (tender) drawings, BOQ estimation, RFQ finalization & evaluation of various components, selection of equipment with best pricing options.
- Strong knowledge of:
- MV systems & substation design
- FACTS/STATCOM configurations
- IGBT Valve configuration and Layout design
- Valve cooling system
- Familiarity with:
- AutoCAD
- 3D tools (e.g., Revit - preferred)
Interface & System Integration
- Interface with:
- Primary electrical design team
- Civil & structural engineering
- Control & protection teams
- Installation and commissioning teams
- Ensure alignment between electrical schematics and physical layout.
- Manage interfaces with grid/substation infrastructure.
- Co-ordination and integration with Automation, Civil & MEP.
- Co-ordination of site & office team for execution of project
Qualifications/Requirements
- 8 - 12 years of relevant experience in Substation/FACTS/HVDC Projects.
- Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience specifically in STATCOM/FACTS/HVDC projects.
- Experience in utility scale grid integration and EHV substations preferred.
- BTech/MTech degree in Electrical Engineering preferably in Power System.
- Strong prioritizing and time management skills.
Desired Characteristics
- Strong understanding of FACTS and Power Electronics applications.
- Deep knowledge in IEC/IEEE/CIGRE standards related to harmonics and insulation coordination.
- Strong cross functional coordination skill.
- Attention to detail and maintain engineering quality.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadline.
- Effective communication with global teams.
Preferred Industry Background
Candidates from following industry will be preferred:
- FACTS / STATCOM
- Power Transmission & Distribution
- Renewable Energy Integration
- HVDC
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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About the role
September 2, 2026
September 2, 2026
Full time
Hybrid
Company
- Noida, India
8 - 12 years
UTC+05:30
