Job Description Summary

The Design Engineer – Power Electronics is accountable for the electrical design and development of power electronics valves within reactive power compensation systems, including STATCOM and SVC solutions. The KPIs linked with the role are design quality, on-time delivery of engineering outputs, and technical accuracy against project specifications.

The Design Engineer contributes to the execution of assigned delivery projects by working closely with lead engineers, sourcing teams, procurement teams, and quality teams to bring technically sound and commercially viable solutions to GE Vernova's global customers. A 'power electronics valve' in this context is a baselined hardware assembly based on thyristor and IGBT technologies, designed in accordance with best engineering practices from previous projects. The valve design encompasses all key elements; electrical, thermal, and mechanical.

The role encompasses the entire project lifecycle of power electronics valves, from pre-tender technical support and supplier engagement through to commissioning and validation testing at the substation level. The Design Engineer works in close collaboration with suppliers to ensure components meet technical specifications, and with the quality team to maintain design integrity and compliance throughout the project execution.

Job Description

You will contribute to the power electronics design and development of reactive power compensation systems.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Execute the electrical design and specification of power electronics valves of assigned delivery projects. Valves are based on thyristor and IGBT technologies.
• Once thoroughly trained to the subject, will participate in the Thyristor valve routine tests and type tests in co-operation with the valve lead engineer.
• Participate in Cooling System FAT tests remotely or locally.
• Participate in project commissioning phase of power electronics valves, either remotely or locally at the substation.
• Supporting valve related product development activities/testing
• Support sales team in technical aspects related to power electronic valves and cooling systems.
• Prepare RFQs and validate quotations of cooling systems in co-operation with sourcing team.
• Support and participate in on-site pre-commissioning activities of power electronics valves, including preparation of test procedures, site acceptance testing, and troubleshooting in cooperation with site teams and contractors.

Desired Characteristics:

• MSc or BSc in Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Knowledge in electrical power engineering, water cooling systems and embedded systems are considered as advantage.
• English – Mandatory
• Finnish – Preferred

What We Offer:

You will have the opportunity to work on projects worldwide, leading the energy transition with high-quality products and services. This offers opportunities for professional growth that is supported by trainings arranged internally and externally.

About Us:

GE Vernova's businesses provide products and services through its Power, Wind and Electrification segments. The Power segment consists of Gas Power, Nuclear Power, Hydro Power, and Steam Power. The Wind segment consists of Onshore Wind, Offshore Wind and LM Wind. The Electrification segment consists of Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, Electrification Software and Solar & Storage Solutions.

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