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GE Vernova Lead Engineer – Power Electronics in Niskayuna, New York
Job Description Summary
GE Vernova’s Advanced Research business is the central innovation engine for GE’s portfolio of energy businesses, which will be unified under one banner called GE Vernova. The research organization is made up of 250+ researchers representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline. Collectively, they are driving major research programs and initiatives to decarbonize power, accelerate renewables, and promote electrification and the creation of a 21st century grid fit to power a zero-carbon energy future.
As a Power Electronics Lead Engineer in Vernova Advanced Research, Electrical Systems team, you will be involved in the development of new power electronics concepts that are integral to changing the way the world generates and uses energy. Your work will include power electronics system modeling and simulation, design and testing of power converters and converter submodules, testing and characterization of power electronics devices, EMI filter design for converters application. You will contribute to the development of advanced power conversion concepts as well as their implementation for application to power generation, transmission, and distribution applications.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will contribute to the planning, development, and transition of technologies from concept to products and/or services for GE internal and external clients.
You will:
Conduct power electronics research through modeling simulation, and design of power electronic circuits and controls
Develop and test power converters devices
Develop and test control solutions for power converters devices
Participate with multi-disciplinary teams in the development of new power technologies and capabilities for GE's next generation product platforms
Innovate in the power electronics space
Work closely as a team member on programs involving electric machines and power systems
Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations that describe analyses and solutions
Connect the organization to the latest technology developments and trends in industry
Contribute to proposals for GE businesses as well as government agencies
Required Qualifications:
Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience developing power electronics and controls or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 6 years of professional experience developing power electronics and controls
Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship.
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
Must be 18 years or older.
Desired Characteristics:
Familiarity with DC grid concepts, including medium and high voltage DC
Familiarity with the excitation of electric machines.
Familiarity with energy storage
Familiarity with microgrids and grid integration of renewables
Expertise in simulation tools such as PLECS, SABER, MATLAB (Simulink) and others
Connections in industry and academia
Record of publications and patents
Demonstrated successful track record of completing tasks and deliverables on schedule and on budget.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including demonstrated formal writing and presentation experience.
The base pay range for this position is $98,400-$164,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. This position will be posted until at least 6/11/2024.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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 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