This is a leadership role within the HVDC Systems Engineering team and the successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic team of engineers working on project activities related to HVDC applications.
The role gives an excellent opportunity for a motivated candidate to expand their leadership skills and professional development and is to be based at the HVDC Engineering Centre in India and carries responsibility for leading the HVDC Systems Design team.
You will be responsible for driving the team to interpret customer technical requirements and to develop the most cost‑effective overall HVDC solutions, leveraging standard designs with the objective of minimizing total cost.Job Description
Leadership and Functional Management of the HVDC Systems Design team.
Ensure a safe working environment for the team - Identify and evaluate EHS risks in own area and implement practical safety measures.
Ensure Delivery of HVDC System Design teams’ scope is in line with plan (On Time Delivery - OTD) and budget.
Ensure correct level of Quality of the teams’ deliverables (documentation & engineering product).
Planning of the teams scope of work and setting of priorities.
Ensure best practice processes and tools for Systems teamwork scope and audit that processes are being followed.
Ensure a ‘Lean’ approach and culture within the team and drive the team to committed cost and time savings.
Recruitment, development and people review for the team.
Lead the capture, implementation, and validation of project requirements.
Effectively communicates technical issues throughout the organization.
Develop and maintain KPIs for the team.
Lead team in solving challenging technical issues in HVDC System Design.
Proactive interaction with other engineering departments and regions for product definition.
Foster an environment of knowledge sharing and mentoring within the team.
Candidate Profile
The candidate will preferably be educated to degree level in a related Engineering or Science subject and be able to demonstrate they have the in-depth experience and proven abilities to perform the role.
Candidates with significant proven experience in the design and/or development of HVDC HV Equipment and system engineering studies is preferred covering both LCC and VSC technology solutions.
Previous experience preferred in the following areas:
Leadership and management of an engineering team.
Management of technical issues both internally and with client.
Strong integration with other stakeholders.
An enquiring mind and desire to learn new skills and a willingness to share the knowledge are essential qualities.
Qualifications & Characteristics:
Educated to degree level in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree.
Take a pro-active approach to ensuring Health & Safety is paramount, including conducting Risk Assessments.
EHS compliance capability.
Prior experience of people management.
Prior experience of electrical transmission industry.
Knowledge of Equipment Specification & report checking and approving.
Knowledge of power system and harmonic studies.
Knowledge of assessing supplier technical offers, Type Test witnessing and equipment installation.
Requirements capture, compliance and Verification & Validation experience.
Excellent communication skills.
Excellent organisation and leadership skills.
Specific Abilities:
Attention to process and detail to ensure quality of teams deliverables.
Accurate planning and drive to achieve on time delivery.
Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Desire to challenge the way we work and seek improvements.
About Us:
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition – and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
About GEV Grid Solutions:
At GEV Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
Why we come to work:
At GEV, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
What we offer:
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including health insurance.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Skills Required
- Educated to degree level in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Significant proven experience in HVDC equipment design and development
- Prior experience in people management
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of power systems and harmonic studies
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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