Lead Application Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Responsible for Application Engineering pertaining to the Power Conversion General Industrial and Oil & Gas solution portfolio.

• Create technical solutions for large Medium Voltage Variable Frequency Drive Systems reaching up to 80MW, substantial Static Frequency Converters of 100MVA+, and large STATCOMs of 100MVAr+, along with eBOPs.

• Assess the customer RFP specifications received and formulate technical solutions that mitigate risks.

• Develop comprehensive technical proposals, engage in discussions, and obtain customer approval for the proposed technical solution.

• Conduct sizing calculations for MV VFD/SFC/STATCOM and Converter transformers.

• Compile detailed RFQ specifications for each piece of equipment.

• Execute bid evaluations on various received quotations and align them technically as required for the bidding process.

• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to pinpoint technical and project risks and devise as well as implement a risk mitigation strategy.

• Effectively promote GEV Power Conversion's technical solutions to customers.

• Assist in customer meetings by highlighting technical product differentiators.

• Support the GEV commercial risk management process and all aspects of the Inquiry to Order process.

• Partner with third-party industrial collaborators to expand growth opportunities.

• Enhance technical solutions through Design To Cost (DTC) methodologies and improve as-sold margins for the business.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.

• At least 5 years of technical experience with a major Power Conversion industry OEM, focusing on large water-cooled Variable Frequency Drive Systems over 10MW with complex applications in the Industrial/Oil & Gas sectors.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required by the business (up to 30% of the time).

• Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Comprehensive business acumen, including commercial, technical, and program execution capabilities.

• Familiarity with various power conversion solutions available in the market across different industries.

• Excellent time management skills.

• Customer-oriented mindset with a demonstrated ability to quickly address customer needs.

• Strong coordination and influencing abilities.

• Understanding of customer financial drivers and requirements.

• Proficient in using analytical software and sales tools (CMS, Excel, etc.).

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

🏝️ Benefits

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

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

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, which offers 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.