Test Engineer

Posted 4 Days Ago
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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
In-Office
Entry level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
The Testing Engineer supports prototype testing, product validation, and certification efforts for solar inverter systems, working closely with engineering teams to ensure product compliance and performance.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Description SummaryThe Testing Engineer will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting prototype testing, product validation, and certification-related testing activities for Containerized Solar Inverter/BESS Converter Power stations . The role involves working closely with design, systems, quality, manufacturing, and compliance teams to ensure product performance, reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance with applicable UL and IEC standards.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in power electronics testing, high-power laboratory environments, test automation, and certification support for grid-connected inverter systems.

Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Prototype Testing Support
  • Assist in planning and executing prototype tests for utility-scale solar inverter systems and related subsystems.
  • Help set up test equipment, instruments, and test configurations under supervision.
  • Perform basic functional, performance, and safety-related test activities as assigned.
  • Record test data accurately and report observations to senior engineers.
  • Support troubleshooting efforts by identifying and documenting test anomalies.
Product Validation Support
  • Assist in validation testing to verify inverter performance against design requirements.
  • Help conduct tests related to electrical performance, thermal behavior, and operational functionality.
  • Support data collection for grid condition testing, ride-through behavior, and power quality evaluation.
  • Maintain test records and support traceability of requirements and results.
  • Participate in test reviews and learning sessions with engineering teams.
UL & IEC Certification Support
  • Assist with preparation of certification test setups, documentation, and technical records.
  • Support internal and third-party certification testing activities under supervision.
  • Help compile test data, calibration records, and supporting documents required for UL and IEC compliance.
  • Learn applicable standards and contribute to gap tracking and issue resolution.
  • Coordinate with senior engineers to ensure test documentation is complete and accurate.
Laboratory Support
  • Help operate laboratory equipment, data acquisition systems, and measurement tools safely.
  • Follow all lab safety procedures, electrical safety rules, and PPE requirements.
  • Assist in maintaining test area organization, equipment readiness, and calibration tracking.
  • Learn proper use of high-voltage and high-power test systems.
Documentation and Communication
  • Prepare test notes, logs, and summary reports as directed.
  • Maintain organized records of test activities, observations, and results.
  • Communicate issues, delays, or equipment concerns promptly to supervisors.
  • Support preparation of presentations and engineering documentation when needed.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.
  • 0–3 years of experience in testing, validation, or laboratory work.
  • Basic understanding of power electronics, electrical measurements, and test equipment.
  • Strong willingness to learn about solar inverter systems and certification processes.
  • Good analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work safely in a laboratory or high-voltage environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Internship, academic project, or industry exposure related to solar inverters, power conversion, or power systems.
  • Familiarity with UL or IEC standards is an advantage.
  • Basic knowledge of inverter testing, grid-tied systems, or renewable energy technologies.
  • Experience using measurement tools such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, multimeters, or DAQ systems.
  • Exposure to lab safety practices and electrical test procedures.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field
  • 0-3 years of experience in testing, validation, or laboratory work
  • Basic understanding of power electronics, electrical measurements, and test equipment
  • Strong willingness to learn about solar inverter systems and certification processes

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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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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