Job Description Summary
The Senior Project Engineer will be designing electrical high voltage substations is a technical leader across the engineering teams who leads the proper performance of on-shore substation & HVDC/FACTS balance-of-plant design packages; performance in matter of committed budget, planning, and quality. The main objective is to plan & lead basic and detailed design, to manage / monitor detailed execution progress, and to coordinate execution of substation/plant engineering design work packages done by subcontractors. Must be able to self-perform the design. Work packages may integrate documents required for permits, procurement, manufacturing, and site construction. You will follow customer specifications or requirements and should be aware of customer and national regulations and internal standards. The Senior Project Engineer is able and willing to certifying finished engineering products as proper and correct--including Professional Engineering reviews and sealing. The role has high level of autonomy. #LI-ML2
Job Description
Join a team that delivers integrated project solutions enabling large-scale electrification and supporting critical customer needs across the energy sector. We are seeking an experienced Project Engineering Leader / Technical Director to provide technical leadership for complex substation, HVDC, and (Flexible AC Transportation System) FACTS projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineering professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
As the technical leader for assigned customer projects, you will:
- Lead the engineering scope of work, including planning schedules, budgets, and monitoring engineering activities and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide technical leadership and serve as the primary interface with Tendering, Cost Estimating, Partners, Customers, GE Product Engineering, EHS, Quality, Project Management, Sourcing, and engineering subcontractors.
- Ensure all design activities comply with applicable codes, standards, and GE Grid Solutions policies and procedures, while meeting project commitments for quality, schedule, and cost.
- Apply deep knowledge of substation equipment and engineering disciplines, including:
- AIS & GIS substations
- Transformers
- Protection & Control (P&C)
- HV electrical systems
- HVDC and FACTS applications
- Basic civil engineering design principles
- Collaborate with engineering teams to design or oversee the design of utility and industrial substations, including:
- Power one-line diagrams
- Station general arrangements
- Technical specifications
- Outdoor station equipment application and installation
- Building layout arrangements
- Auxiliary power systems
- Raceway design
- Related engineering studies and calculations
- Establish and implement effective reporting processes to track engineering progress, support on-time document delivery, and ensure timely responses to customer comments.
- Manage technical risk by defining and executing design strategies, design reviews, GATE reviews, and safety reviews.
- Use sound engineering judgment to solve complex technical challenges and make critical project decisions.
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor to less experienced engineers.
- Communicate complex or sensitive technical information clearly to internal and external stakeholders and help build alignment across teams.
- Influence project teams, customers, and stakeholders through strong communication and persuasion skills.
- Identify significant scope deviations, escalate concerns appropriately, and propose corrective action plans to the Project Engineering Director.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in HVDC systems, FACTS, industrial, renewable, or utility HV/EHV substation design
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in the United States, with the ability and willingness to review and seal drawings
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%, including international travel, in compliance with applicable company travel and tax policies
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading the execution of large and complex substation or plant projects
- EPC project experience in the field of high-voltage substations
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including excellent English grammar, spelling, and syntax
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze issues, solve problems, and make sound decisions
- Strong EHS and quality mindset
- Passion for mentoring and developing technical talent
Compensation Information
For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $[138,000 and $172,500 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: [ineligible/discretionary annual bonus/sales incentive bonus].
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Actual compensation will depend on factors such as experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: Discretionary annual bonus
Additional Information
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
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: June 19, 2026
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 June 11, 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.
