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GE Vernova · 8 hours ago

Senior Engineer - Electric Power Systems

Niskayuna, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$111K/yr - $185K/yr

8+ years exp

GE Vernova is at the forefront of the energy transition, focusing on advanced research and development in electric power systems. As a Senior Engineer of Electric Power Systems, you will lead R&D efforts to develop innovative technologies that enhance the reliability and efficiency of power generation, transmission, and distribution, while collaborating with various stakeholders including government entities.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform advanced, leading-edge research in a variety of electric power system areas. We focus on technology that enables more reliable and efficient power generation, transmission & distribution. Our major customers include GE Vernova internal businesses, US Dept. of Energy, and the US Dept. of Defense

Lead technology development in a wide range of areas including the integration of renewable energy technologies such as wind and solar, WAMS, HVDC, distribution automation, power system protection, and microgrids. Many of these project collaborations are required within the internal organization by actively working on system related aspects with the electrical machines, power electronics, and electrical propulsion and energy storage teams

Work with other Research teams to explore applications of power systems which can impact GE Vernova products like Energy Management System, Distributed Energy Resource Management System, Market Management System etc

Work independently as well as guide development of new technologies and capabilities for GE's power generation, transmission, distribution and end-user product offerings by analyzing system requirements and needs to be translated into existing and new products

Lead multi-disciplinary project teams and provide power system analysis expertise in areas such as real-time modeling, simulation, network modeling, system analysis, protection, transient stability analysis, grid codes, economic dispatch, HVDC/FACTS, etc

Shaping of new proposal areas with GE Vernova businesses as well as multiple government agencies, universities and national laboratories. Contribute and lead proposal teams as Principal Investigators or as a team member. Participate in business technology and strategy meetings

Participate in the development of grid-control algorithms, from control of distributed energy resources (DERs) to provide services to the grid, to algorithms to improve the grid connection of inverters. Develop techniques to efficiently assess the impact of DERs on the grid and adapt modern distribution automation and management systems for operation with DERs

Participate in the creation of simulation models for grid configurations and grid assets and perform different types of simulations (direct sequence, EMT, etc.)

Develop algorithms and solutions to improve grid resiliency against cyber-physical disruptions

Perform analytical work to define, meet or exceed customer entitlements

Participate in the development and identification of new technology, product and service opportunities

Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and value obtained

Connect the organization to the latest technology developments and trends

Participate in IP assessments and demonstrate awareness of competing and disruptive technologies

Qualification

Electric Power SystemsPower System AnalysisRenewable Energy IntegrationElectrical Network ModelingControlOptimizationMachine Learning ApplicationsDistribution Simulation SoftwareAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsSelf-MotivatedEffective Communication

Required

Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 8 years of professional experience in electric power systems or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in electric power systems

Demonstrated power system engineering experience in at least three of the following: Power system impact of high penetration renewable energy systems with power electronics interfaces, Electrical network modeling, Transmission or distribution system planning and optimization, Impact of novel and intelligent devices on power systems (e.g. HVDC, FACTS, storage, electric vehicles, grid forming inverters etc.), Control and Optimization technologies, Machine Learning applications for Power System

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Master's level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening

Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Vernova Advanced Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of countries subject to comprehensive restrictions under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of these countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship or permanent residency from a non-restricted country can be considered

Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY

Willingness to travel at a minimum of 2 weeks per year

Preferred

Experience in leading big multi-million-dollar projects with multiple partners and stakeholders as Principal Investigator

Experience in product development and familiar with customer and competitive landscape

Patents and publications on the power system modeling, simulation, optimization, control, AI

Extensive experience with distribution simulation software such as OpenDSS, GridLAB-D or cymdist and power systems analytical tools, such as PSCAD, PSS-E, PSLF, MAPS, DigiSILENT etc

Experience with implementation of control algorithms and analytics in control hardware or energy/distribution management systems in a laboratory hardware in the loop environment using RTDS, Opal-RT etc

Experience with alternative energy and distributed generation, e.g. wind, PV, fuel cells, combined heat and power applications

Experience in control theory with a focus on control algorithms for power or energy systems

Experience in Machine Learning applications for power systems

Global mindset & customer focus

Strong analytical skills

Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating humility and candor

Self-motivated and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Experience leading teams which includes setting up schedules, milestones, technical reviews, tracking funding etc

Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership

Demonstrated ability to take an innovative idea from a concept to a prototype and/or a product

Benefits

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants.

Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.