Lead Electrical Systems Engineer – GE Vernova
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Job Description Summary
GE’s Power Conversion & Storage business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers’ power and energy needs for their high‑performance applications. We work with some of the world’s major energy, maritime, and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonisation, including through our specialist motors, drives, and control technologies.
Job Description
Our Lead Electrical Systems Engineers are essential to the successful execution and enhancement of our systems. They provide technical leadership and customer‑facing support, overseeing service activities to ensure the delivery of valuable system solutions with excellent operational rigor, including upgrading existing systems through CM&U (Controls, Modifications & Upgrades) initiatives.
We are looking for 5 Lead System Engineers to cover the following areas of the business – Marine Offshore, Naval, Power Systems, Switchboard/Protection, Level 2/Substation Automation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead technically a multi‑discipline project team of engineers specialising in power systems, power conversion, automation, control, and mechanical integration to ensure service solutions meet customer, contract, quality, and regulatory requirements.
* Provide technical leadership, advice, and assistance to the overall service team, including Commissioning, Service, and third parties.
* Support the Service Engineering Manager as required. Plan and progress all service‑related activities, including testing, commissioning, and upgrades for specific projects.
* Monitor, control, and manage service engineering project budgets, project documentation, risk management processes, design reviews, and quality & change control systems in accordance with company guidelines.
* Support improvement initiatives and ‘cost out’ plans in collaboration with teams from other business units.
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience in an engineering leadership environment, particularly in service roles.
* Experience in application engineering in one or more fields, such as power engineering, electrical drive systems, grid‑connected systems, and automation.
* Experience in specifying components such as drives, motors, transformers, and switchboards.
* Experience in design and system integration working on complex multi‑disciplinary projects.
* Experience in any field of power generation, conversion, transmission, and distribution, with a focus on service and upgrades.
* Expertise in LV and MV variable speed drives and motors.
* Proven ability to lead large multi‑disciplinary project teams and manage service operations efficiently.
* Ability to multitask on various tasks within strict time scales.
* Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
* Customer‑centric mindset, with experience in translating customer issues/needs into effective service solutions.
Educational Qualifications
* Minimum Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or similar degree with suitable industry experience.
You Can Expect From Us
* Work on exciting cutting‑edge technology on novel drive system topologies and challenging and exciting global projects.
* A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work‑life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
* Attractive compensation.
* Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
* 26 days vacation + bank holidays.
* Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a global company.
* Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and creativity.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No.
This role involves work for customers who manage critical infrastructure; based on customer requirements it will be necessary to carry out background checks and suitability assessments (UK BPSS clearance OR UK SC clearance) as part of the hiring process.
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