[Hiring] Senior Electrical Substation Project Engineering Manager @GE Vernova

Role Description

With the growth of the Grid Solutions Integration North America Region business portfolio and increased work scope and complexity of our customer projects, the Project Engineering Manager leads the multi-discipline technical project team and contractors while coordinating with vendors and professional customer interface. GSI NAM encompasses AC integrated Systems, FACTS, Service, and HVDC Segments. GSI is under GE Vernova’s electrification businesses, part of Grid Solutions.

The Project Engineering Manager leads and coordinates the entire substation design and is accountable for their performance. The PEM performs detailed quality reviews, provides technical direction, and coordinates with the Project Manager for schedule and budget. The Project Engineering Manager role is a hands-on role that may include detailed project design work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited university
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial or utility HV/EHV substation design
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% (including international), in compliance with company travel and tax policies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the U.S. in good standing with ability to get licensure in other states. Willingness to use license.
• Experience with North American electric utility substation design standards
• Proven expertise in:
  • Transmission & Distribution substation engineering (utility and renewable energy)
  • Primary (outdoor) substation design, calculations, and electrical protection
  • Industrial power system design (12.5 kV and above)
• Proficient in key design calculations including:
  • Battery sizing, DC system design and AC auxiliary power
  • Power transformer and circuit breaker selection
  • Conductor sizing and application
  • Grounding, lightning protection, and insulation coordination
• Knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and NESC standards; able to develop complete engineering packages in the absence of detailed customer specifications
• Field-testing and commissioning experience, with strong emphasis on safety
• Strong troubleshooting skills—both electrical and mechanical
• Excellent customer-facing communication and commercial awareness (e.g., change orders, project delivery)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/MicroStation and design automation tools

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• Retirement benefits including the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Permissive time off