Senior Power Systems Engineer

Reposted 5 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office
113K-189K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
The Senior Power Systems Engineer provides technical support for FACTS, develops and optimizes synchronous condenser solutions, and conducts studies and detailed analyses for various power system components.
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Job Description SummaryThe Senior Power Systems Engineer plays a critical role in providing expert technical support for Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS). This position requires a highly technical, customer-focused, and self-motivated individual. As a key member of this world-class team, the engineer will help drive technical strategy, high-level studies, new product introduction (NPI) and root cause analysis (RCA) for FACTS projects. The primary responsibilities include analyzing customer system-level requirements, performing studies, and developing strategies and high-level specifications for Synchronous Condenser (SC), Fixed Series Capacitors (FSC) and Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM) solutions.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Synchronous Condenser (SC):

  • Apply expertise in synchronous machines including theory, operation, and installation to develop and optimize synchronous condenser solutions. Generator or motor application experience is also acceptable.
  • Coordinate synchronous condenser system designs with machine factories and power system consultants including specifications for circuit breakers, cooling systems, starting pony motors, excitation systems and step-up transformers.
  • Conduct necessary calculations for equipment selection in synchronous condenser projects, including load (var) flow, short-circuit, and insulation coordination.

Fixed Series Capacitors (FSC):

  • Perform, specify, and review studies related to the technical design strategy for FSCs.
  • This will include advanced studies related to the design requirements for capacitors, metal oxide varistors (MOVs), bypass switch, discharge damping circuit, insulation coordination, the triggered air gap system (TAG), and resistive-inductive -capacitive (RLC) filters.
  • Act as a senior reviewer for proposal and project execution as well as new product introduction (NPI) for above scope but, also including the protection and control hardware and software.
  • Perform hands-on work related to testing or development.  May include time in labs or the field.

Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM):

  • Apply expertise in the specification of valves, reactors and protection and control systems to develop STATCOM designs in compliance with customer and industry requirements.
  • Understanding of grid-forming controls and virtual synchronous machine algorithms.

General:

  • Drive engineering tools strategy in development of FACTS solutions
  • Drive and approve standard designs for FACTS products reference solutions.
  • Develop and utilize Excel or coded (eg. Python, Matlab) based tools supporting the design and engineering of FACTS equipment.
  • Utilize specialized power systems software (e.g., PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, ATP-EMTP, EasyPower, ASPEN OneLiner) to perform detailed transient and steady state analysis supporting equipment design and specification
  • Participate in industry working groups (IEEE, Cigre, IEC)
  • Knowledge of and experience using IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NEC, and NESC standards and codes, with the ability to engineer design packages without explicit customer specifications.
  • Knowledge of Real-Time Digital Simulation (RTDS) testing.
  • Experience in installation, field-testing, and commissioning of high voltage equipment, with a commitment to safe work habits.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Provides direction, oversight, and coaches other engineers as a technical mentor

Qualifications / Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, Systems Engineering with a focus in electrical, or Physics from an accredited university or college
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of related engineering experience or a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, Systems Engineering with a focus in electrical, or Physics from an accredited university or college
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of related engineering experience.
  • Detailed understanding of applicable IEEE, IEC and other industry and regulatory standards affecting design and operation.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% as required, which may include remote locations and international travel, and be willing to comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.  We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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: Yes



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 January 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.

Top Skills

Aspen Oneliner
Atp-Emtp
Digsilent Powerfactory
Easypower
Excel
Matlab
Power Systems Software
Pscad
Pss/E
Python
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The Company
HQ: , Cambridge, MA
75,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2024

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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