United States
Remote only
Available
Essential Responsibilities:
Execute all technical aspects of AC power substation projects under the guidance of a Lead Engineer.
Work on high voltage substation general arrangement and layouts, plan and elevation drawings, bills of material, arrangements for high voltage bus, cable, high voltage equipment, conduit, cable, and wiring, grounding, and control buildings. Perform related engineering calculations.
Coordinate overall design with other design disciplines providing basic single line drawings and schematics, relay protection and control requirements
Write high voltage equipment specifications and issuance of material purchase request forms, and vendor quotation evaluation for substation equipment including high voltage circuit breakers, switchgear, disconnects, high voltage power transformers, high voltage cable, and protection and control systems.
Participate on a team of engineers and designers, coordinate with sourcing and the project team on technical matters to meet project specifications, cost control, and schedule objectives
Interface with internal and external team members such as Principal Engineers, Protection and Control Engineers, Electrical Designers, Physical Designers, Draftsmen, Project Managers, and support organizations
Work on developing proposals including writing and/or reviewing technical specifications, estimating materials, supporting sourcing for vendor quotations, directing designers and draftsmen on drawing requirements, and the development of clarifications and exceptions as well as technical responses.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college (BSEE preferred)
At least 1 year of experience in Transmission & Distribution substation engineering.
Eligibility Requirements:
Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%, including international travel
Desired Characteristics:
Professional Engineer or willing to take necessary exams to register and become a licensed PE.
Knowledge of and experience using IEEE and ANSI standards and codes such as the NEC and NESC
Working knowledge of applicable design calculations for primary & secondary equipment such as battery sizing & DC system component selection, power transformer and circuit breaker selection, circuit protection, control and power cable selection and rating, bus, fittings, insulator, and arrector selection, ground grid design, and lightning protection.
Understanding of civil engineering and substation related structural design requirements.
Field-testing and commissioning experience with safe work habits. Demonstrated electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capability.
Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent personal computer skills, including programming and design automation, and familiarity with AutoCAD, BIM and Revit strongly desired.
Demonstrated electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capability
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
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: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. 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 August 26, 2026.
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.
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