Application Engineer – Grid Code Compliance and Testing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Assist in the execution of engineering studies focused on generator and governor performance, controls, and grid requirements.

• Create, verify, and validate electrical load flow and dynamic models that represent generating facilities.

• Provide support for testing and data collection activities at power plants.

• Evaluate test and simulation outcomes to identify inconsistencies and enhance models.

• Prepare engineering calculations, reports, presentations, and technical documentation.

• Collaborate with seasoned engineers to diagnose technical issues and formulate solutions.

• Utilize industry-standard engineering software and tools, including PSS/E, PSLF, and PSCAD.

• Gradually take on more responsibility for technical tasks as expertise and experience grow.

• Travel to customer locations when necessary.

• Engage in projects related to conventional generation, renewable energy, energy storage, and the evolving requirements of the electrical grid.

• Acquire experience in engineering, testing, simulation, consulting, and customer interactions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electric Power Engineering from an accredited institution.

• 0 to 2 years of experience in Engineering and/or Product Management within the Power Generation sector.

• Must possess legal authorization to work in the United States.

• GE Vernova does not sponsor work visas at the Bachelor's level, either currently or in the future.

• Candidates must be at least 18 years old.

• Willingness and ability to travel 25% of the time, both domestically and internationally.

• 0 to 1 year of field experience with thermal power generation turbine and excitation control systems.

• Knowledge of electrical or electric power engineering, as well as conventional and renewable power plant design and operation.

• Proficiency in load flow, dynamic, short circuit, and protection modeling and analysis.

• Familiarity with tools such as PSLF, PSS/E, PSCAD, MATLAB, MS Office, Visio, and MS Project.

• Experience through internships, co-ops, undergraduate research, or relevant engineering projects.

• Proven ability to complete projects on time and within budget.

• Capability to perform engineering analysis and design, develop engineering solutions collaboratively, and offer technical consulting services.

• Strong project management and teamwork skills.

• Excellent interpersonal communication abilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Prescription drug coverage.

• Access to Health Coach services.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions.

• 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.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.