We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Application Engineer with a strong background in technical solution design, system integration, and precise cost estimation for large-scale EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) and extended BOP (Balance of Plant) scopes related to VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser technologies. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful technical and commercial positioning of our offerings during complex tenders.
You'll be a key technical expert, responsible for developing optimal integrated solutions, assessing technical risks, and generating competitive and accurate costing and technical proposals. Your expertise will directly influence our competitiveness and success in winning high-value tenders by providing robust technical and financial justifications.Job Description
Key responsibilities:
Technical Bid Management & Cost Estimation Leadership: Lead the technical review and response for complex VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser tenders, ensuring proposed solutions are technically sound, compliant with specifications, risk mitigated and competitively costed. This includes preparing comprehensive and detailed technical cost estimates for our entire scope, factoring in equipment, site-specific requirements, materials, labor, and contingencies.
Site Survey & Assessment for Estimation: Conduct detailed site surveys (remotely or physically, as required) to understand existing infrastructure, identify potential integration challenges, and gather critical data for system design and accurate cost estimation. Translate site conditions and unique project constraints into precise cost implications.
System Architecture & Value Engineering: Develop comprehensive system architectures for VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser integration, considering the entire balance of plant, grid codes, control philosophies, and relevant industry standards. Proactively apply value engineering principles to optimize technical solutions for cost-effectiveness without compromising performance or tender compliance.
Requirements Definition & Interface Management with Costing Input: Translate customer functional and technical requirements from tenders into detailed system designs and specifications, including interfaces, control logic, protection schemes, and communication protocols. Provide precise costing input for all required interfaces, integration components, and third-party equipment.
Technical-Commercial Interface & Scope Definition: Collaborate closely with sales, and commercial teams to clearly define the technical scope, identify technical risks, and support commercial negotiations by providing robust technical justifications and detailed, accurate overall solution cost estimations.
Interfacing with OEMs & Sub-suppliers for Tender Development: Define and manage technical interfaces with other OEMs (e.g., transformers, switchgear, control systems, generators) and sub-suppliers. Actively solicit technical data and cost inputs from potential sub-suppliers to incorporate into tender proposals.
Technical & Cost Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Proactively identify potential technical, logistical, and cost-related risks associated with integrated solutions and propose effective mitigation strategies during the tender phase.
Technical Presentations & Customer Interaction: Present complex technical solutions clearly and effectively to customers, consultants, and internal stakeholders, addressing their concerns and building strong technical relationships throughout the tender process, including comprehensive justification of technical choices and their impact on cost.
Standardization & Best Practices: Contribute to the development and improvement of internal technical standards, tools, and best practices for VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser systems integration and estimation, incorporating lessons learned from successful tender outcomes.
Required qualifications:
Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college
Minimum 10 years of experience relevant to the role
Experience in project engineering or application engineering or technical sales support for high-power electrical equipment, with a strong focus on VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser.
In-depth knowledge of power electronics, power system dynamics, grid codes, and international standards relevant to VFD systems/STATCOM/Synchronous condenser applications.
Proven experience working on large-scale EPC tenders and a deep understanding of the extended Balance of Plant (BOP) scope in power plants, renewable energy, or heavy industrial facilities, with a practical understanding of how site constraints and procedures impact overall project cost.
Strong understanding of control systems, communication protocols and network architectures.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and P&IDs, and accurately extrapolate costing information.
Proven experience with cost estimation methodologies, quotation preparation, and supporting technical-commercial negotiations for complex electrical systems.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills, especially in developing innovative, cost-effective solutions for tender responses.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of time as required for site surveys, customer meetings, and internal meetings.
Desired qualifications:
Masters degree
P.Eng. or equivalent professional engineering license.
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 $108,600.00 and $181,000.00. 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 June 30, 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
- Minimum 10 years of experience relevant to the role
- Experience in project engineering or application engineering or technical sales support for high-power electrical equipment
- In-depth knowledge of power electronics and power system dynamics
- Proven experience working on large-scale EPC tenders
- Strong understanding of control systems, communication protocols, and network architectures
- Proven experience with cost estimation methodologies and quotation preparation
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of time
GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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