Spring Co-Op/Intern

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

📋 Description

• Assist GE's business initiatives associated with power systems and controls.

• Collaborate with control teams to evaluate product control algorithms.

• Create high-level block diagrams for control systems.

• Formulate simplified control-system models and test them using MATLAB, PSCAD, and other platforms.

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the electrical characteristics of GE Vernova Solar, Storage, Synchronous Condensers, and STATCOM Solutions power-electronics products and their integration into electrical grids.

• Contribute to the development of automation architecture.

• Prepare thorough written reports and/or presentations that outline analyses, solutions, and customer value propositions.

• Engage in a collaborative environment focused on quality, customer service, and innovation.

• Conduct Python coding and agentic coding utilizing AI.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Master’s degree or PhD in electrical or electric power engineering, controls engineering, or a related field of study.

• A general understanding/awareness of power system and control system concepts.

• Familiarity with inverter-based electrical equipment.

• Proven experience in developing control systems or control algorithms.

• Demonstrated modeling and technical experience in performance analysis of electric power systems with power electronic sources or loads.

• Experience in the planning and execution of technical projects related to electric power systems and equipment design.

• Proficient in tuning controllers to meet the desired performance requirements established in grid codes.

• Experience in developing models within the electromechanical domain such as PSS/E, PSLF, PowerFactory, etc.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Understanding of grid systems interactions with power plant equipment and controls.

• Familiarity with time-domain simulation tools, including ATP/EMTP, PSCAD/EMTDC, and MATLAB.

• Experience with programming environments, including Python or Fortran.

• Experience in programming, tuning, and utilizing user-written “black box” models in PSCAD and MATLAB.

• Experience modeling and simulating inverter-based technologies, including controls in MATLAB, PSS/E, and PSLF.

• A PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or a related science is preferred.

• Industry reputation, prior IEEE/CIGRE published articles, or involvement in industry standards working groups.

• Holding patents related to HV power equipment applications is a plus.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screen (if applicable).

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Engaging and challenging career paths.

• Competitive compensation packages.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.

• U.S. internship roles do not qualify for GE Vernova benefits.