Senior Systems Architect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +3 more locations.

📋 Description

• Design and oversee integrated architectures for power generation systems, spanning from generator terminals to transmission interconnection facilities.

• Drive the technical specifications and integration of power generation assets within the fence line, which includes turbines, generators, transformers, electrical equipment, substations, protection and control systems, STATCOMs, BESS, and auxiliary plant systems.

• Define system requirements, establish architecture baselines, interface definitions, and design standards for intricate power generation and industrial electrification projects.

• Develop strategies for solution validation, traceability of requirements, verification plans, FAT, SAT, commissioning milestones, and criteria for performance validation.

• Coordinate equipment and system integration across various engineering disciplines.

• Assist in reviewing power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, grounding, protection coordination, transient stability, harmonics, and arc flash analyses.

• Convert customer needs regarding availability, reliability, SLA, MTBF, and operational performance into electrical system architecture and design specifications.

• Identify technical risks, manage interfaces, and plan for integration throughout the proposal, engineering, construction, commissioning, and operational stages.

• Act as the primary technical liaison across GE Vernova business units.

• Contribute to business development by assessing technical scope, defining solution architectures, evaluating risks, and assisting in customer presentations and proposals.

• Create and standardize reference architectures for data centers, industrial facilities, microgrids, hybrid generation plants, and utility-scale power generation campuses.

• Facilitate customer-facing technical workshops and architecture reviews, offering executive-level recommendations.

• Aid in requirements validation and commissioning to meet system performance targets and customer acceptance criteria.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams.

• Oversee requirements testing, system validation, and integrated solution reviews with stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering field.

• Over 12 years of professional experience in power generation, electric utility systems, EPC projects, transmission, and distribution engineering, or related electrical infrastructure roles.

• At least 7 years of engineering experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a leadership position managing multidisciplinary teams.

• Demonstrated success in delivering high-value technical solutions for complex energy projects.

• More than 5 years of experience presenting technical solutions, including at least 3 years of direct engagement with executive leadership, utility representatives, EPC contractors, and regulatory stakeholders.

• More than 5 years of experience managing complex technical projects, with demonstrated success in at least 3 large-scale projects as an individual contributor, technical lead, or project manager.

• Over 7 years of experience with utility-scale power generation systems, transmission and distribution equipment, and grid interconnection requirements.

• More than 5 years of experience managing system requirements, interface control, and the verification and validation processes for complex engineering systems.

• At least 5 years of experience applying and interpreting IEEE, ANSI, IEC, NERC, FERC, and NFPA standards in a professional context.

• Willingness and ability to travel at least 25% of the time.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• An advanced degree in a related technical field is preferred.

• Experience with utility-scale power generation facilities, data center power systems, industrial electrification, hybrid generation systems, or microgrids is a plus.

• Knowledge of electrical selectivity, protective relay coordination, PLC/SCADA systems, DCS integration, and IEC 61850 architectures is desirable.

• Familiarity with MBSE, requirements management tools, and systems validation methodologies is advantageous.

• Understanding of regulatory standards, utility interconnection requirements, grid code compliance evaluation, testing, and reporting is beneficial.

• Experience in supporting commissioning, startup, operational readiness, and performance validation is a plus.

• Background in developing reference architectures and repeatable technical solutions is preferred.

• Knowledge of power plant reliability, maintainability, availability analysis, and lifecycle asset management is desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.

• Access to a Health Coach and 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 plan with company matching contributions.

• Company contributions towards retirement.

• 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 available.