Senior Systems Architect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Design and manage integrated power generation system architectures from generator terminals to transmission interconnection facilities.

• Direct the technical definition and integration of power generation assets, including gas turbines, generators, GSUs, isolated phase bus systems, HV/LV electrical equipment, substations, and protection and control systems, as well as STATCOMs, BESS, and auxiliary plant systems.

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

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

• Oversee equipment coordination and system integration across various engineering disciplines.

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

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

• Spearhead technical risk identification, interface management, and integration planning throughout proposal development, engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations.

• Act as the primary technical coordinator among GE Vernova business units.

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

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

• Lead customer-facing technical workshops and architecture evaluations.

• Provide executive-level guidance on system design, reliability, and integration strategies.

• Facilitate requirements validation and commissioning to meet system performance goals and customer acceptance criteria.

• Offer technical leadership and mentorship across engineering teams.

• Coordinate requirements testing, system validation, and integrated solution reviews with both internal and external stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• A minimum of 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 role managing multidisciplinary teams.

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

• Over 5 years of experience in presenting technical solutions, including at least 3 years directly interacting with executive leadership, utility representatives, EPC contractors, and regulatory stakeholders.

• More than 5 years of experience managing complex technical initiatives, with proven 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.

• At least 5 years of experience managing system requirements, interface control, and verification and validation (V&V) processes for complex engineering systems.

• More than 5 years of experience applying and interpreting IEEE, ANSI, IEC, NERC, FERC, and NFPA standards in a professional setting.

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

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screen, if applicable.

• An advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred.

• Ability to lead, inspire, influence, and mentor individuals and engineering teams across various organizations.

• Direct experience with utility-scale power generation plants, data center power systems, industrial electrification projects, hybrid generation systems, or microgrid applications.

• In-depth understanding of electrical selectivity, protective relay coordination, PLC/SCADA systems, DCS integration, and IEC 61850 architectures.

• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), requirements management tools, and systems validation methodologies.

• General knowledge of technical regulatory standards, utility interconnection requirements, grid code compliance evaluation, testing, and reporting.

• Experience in supporting commissioning, startup, operational readiness, and performance validation activities for power generation facilities.

• Proven track record in developing and implementing reference architectures and repeatable technical solutions across numerous customer applications.

• Strong knowledge of power plant reliability, maintainability, availability analysis, and lifecycle asset management principles.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

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

• Access to a Health Coach with a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

• Employee Assistance Program providing 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.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Relocation assistance not provided.