This is a strategic leadership position designed for an experienced engineering executive who thrives on complexity. You will manage the entire lifecycle of Secondary Engineering—from tendering and design to final integration—while fostering a culture of operational excellence, process digitalization, and continuous improvement using Lean methodologies.Job Description
Core Responsibilities
- Lead and Develop Teams: Manage and mentor a team of Secondary Engineers across multiple sites, fostering professional growth and high performance.
- Project Leadership: Oversee the design, development, and integration of control and protection systems for high-voltage DC and AC substations, ensuring projects meet technical standards and milestones.
- Process Optimization: Own and continuously improve the Control & Protection Design process, aligning with industry standards and evolving customer needs.
- Resource Management: Allocate resources effectively, optimize the use of subcontractors, and implement targeted development plans to address skill gaps.
- Strategic Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with internal and external engineering partners to enhance project delivery and innovation.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to achieve seamless project execution and successful outcomes.
- Performance Oversight: Manage project budgets, support tendering activities, and establish performance metrics to drive team excellence.
- Knowledge Transfer: Promote sharing of expertise and best practices to elevate engineering efficiency and organizational capability.
Essential Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- 15+ years of engineering experience in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) environments within Transmission & Distribution.
- Proven track record of successfully managing large engineering teams (50+ engineers), including remote and multi-site leadership.
- Advanced expertise in substation control system design, electrical distribution, ancillary services, and industry standards.
- Extensive background in High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technology, ACS, FACTS and digital control systems.
- Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to stakeholders.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize safety and quality, and deliver results on time.
- Fluent in English; German language skills are a plus.
- Willingness to travel internationally.
Technical Requirements
- Advanced knowledge of control and protection systems for HVDC and AC substations.
- Proficiency in digital control system software, electrical distribution, telecom, and monitoring solutions.
- Familiarity with industry-standard engineering tools and project management methodologies.
- Ability to manage design budgets and support tender processes with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance.
What We Offer
- Professional Growth: Access to dynamic teams, extensive resources, and ongoing training.
- Innovative Projects: Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge HV substation initiatives.
- Global Collaboration: Work alongside a diverse network of industry experts worldwide.
- Supportive Culture: Experience a collaborative environment that values creativity and teamwork.
- Industry Impact: Play a key role in driving sustainable energy solutions and infrastructure.
- Networking: Build valuable connections within the energy sector.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 15+ years of engineering experience in EPC environments within Transmission and Distribution
- Experience managing large engineering teams of 50+ engineers across remote and multi-site environments
- Advanced expertise in substation control system design, electrical distribution, ancillary services, and industry standards
- Extensive experience with HVDC technology, ACS, FACTS, and digital control systems
- Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including stakeholder presentations
- Ability to prioritize safety and quality and deliver results under pressure
- Fluency in English
- Willingness to travel internationally
- German language skills
- Advanced knowledge of control and protection systems for HVDC and AC substations
- Proficiency in digital control system software, electrical distribution, telecommunications, and monitoring solutions
- Familiarity with industry-standard engineering tools and project management methodologies
- Ability to manage design budgets and support tender processes with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance
GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Vernova and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Vernova.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.
GE Vernova Insights
What We Do
GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.
Why Work With Us
Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.
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