Grid Integration Engineering Leader

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Carolina.

📋 Description

• Oversee a team of engineers and grid modeling specialists, providing daily guidance, prioritizing tasks, and promoting technical excellence and teamwork.

• Take ownership of the turbine-level grid performance strategy throughout the New Product Introduction process, including requirements flow-down, Design Memo 1 documentation, and system-level design evaluations.

• Serve as the main point of contact for grid integration across converter design, firmware teams, and multidisciplinary system integration groups.

• Facilitate design trade-offs to enhance turbine performance.

• Write and manage the Grid Interconnection Document for clients and grid regulators.

• Lead the development, maintenance, and validation of turbine-level grid models using PSCAD, PSS/E, and DIgSILENT/PowerFactory.

• Identify grid testing requirements and assist in their execution.

• Drive technology development initiatives centered on advanced grid-forming converters and hybrid storage integration.

• Manage and uphold turbine-level grid certifications to ensure compliance with changing international standards.

• Cultivate engineering talent, mentor team members, and attract new professionals.

• Promote continuous improvement in modeling tools, simulation methodologies, and internal design processes.

• Represent the organization's grid integration capabilities to clients, regulators, utilities, and industry stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems, or a related STEM field, from an accredited institution.

• At least 8 years of relevant professional experience.

• 5 years of experience in renewables grid integration, power systems modeling, or electrical subsystem design.

• 3 years of experience leading engineering projects, technical teams, or functional engineering organizations.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Proficient in grid simulation tools such as PSCAD, PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, or MATLAB/Simulink.

• Proven experience in leading the design and integration of grid-forming converters or hybrid energy storage systems.

• Strong knowledge of grid codes, interconnection requirements, and power system stability.

• Solid understanding of Wind Turbine NPI processes, converter hardware/firmware, and multidisciplinary system integration.

• Experience collaborating with external grid regulators, utility customers, and certification entities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to simplify complex technical subjects for non-expert stakeholders.

• Demonstrated capability to influence cross-functional technical decisions and achieve consensus in a matrixed environment.

• A history of enhancing engineering design processes, simulation rigor, or documentation quality.

• An advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

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

• Company retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Permissive time off.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.