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Senior Reliability Engineer

$152.4k - $254k

GE Vernova

Job Description Summary

As a Senior Reliability Engineer, you are at the vanguard of the energy transition. You will architect the future of Power, Wind, and Electrification by driving cutting-edge systems integration, modeling, and simulation. From shaping data center power strategy to steering high-impact roadmaps, you will orchestrate collaborations with the DOE, DOD, top-tier universities, and global industry partners. This is your chance to pioneer the next generation of reliable, efficient, and stable energy systems that will power the world.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

  • Evaluatingandproposingdesignpower generationarchitectures on an application-specific basis, considering factors such as system performance, and reliabilityby performing studiesandsimulations tovalidatethe system's response and performance.

  • Develop andmaintainreliability models using?BlockSIM?tovalidatesystem performance, availability, and maintainability for complex integrated power solutions (e.g., hybrid systems, BESS, and industrial electrical gear).

  • Lead equipment coordination modeling between teams to ensuremaximumuptime, systemresilienceand operational efficiency for "inside the fence line"power generation assets (including natural gas turbines, HV & LV electrical gear, stability equipment etc.)

  • Translate key customer availability, mean time between failures (MTBF) andService Level Agreement(SLA) expectations into concrete electrical configuration and protective relaying requirements.

  • SupportequipmentLCOE (Levelized Cost of Energy) and operational reliability requirements. Translate customer reliability goals into actionable engineering design inputs forreference architectures.

  • Perform reliability-centered simulations to derisk integration, ensuring consistency with industry standards and referencearchitectures.

  • Lead onsite generation report definition and gather necessary information to support customer meetings and final report submittal.

  • Lead business unit coordinator foron-goingcustomer projects and proposals.

  • Supporting &Leadingcross-functional efforts to perform coordination studies and requirements testing for the entire power system, working closely with internal stakeholderswithin Consulting Services andacross GEVernova'sbusiness units,includingthose inengineering, sales, and product development, to drive the growth of GEVernova'spower systems capabilities.

  • Deep technicalunderstandingofpower generation system reliability metrics, EPC project integrationwith the ability tosupportand interpret these studies to inform system design and optimization decisions.

  • Standardizing solutions by developing reference architectures to certain repeatable applications andsubsequentlyapplying those architectures to customer projectsensuring consistency and best practices across all power systems initiatives.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in engineeringor businessfrom an accredited university or college.

  • At least 12years of professional experience in engineering,project or plant reliabilityora relatedfunction.

  • 5+ years of experience in engineering or technical consulting, including at least 2 years of experience leading teams to deliver high-value technical or strategic solutions.

  • 5+ years of experience in professional roles requiring the development and delivery of technical presentations, with at least 3 years of experience engaging directly with internal or external C-suite/executive leadership.

  • 5+ years of experience managing complex engineering or policy initiatives, with a documented history of delivering at least 3 major projects on-time and within budget constraints.

  • 5+ years of experience analyzing or navigating government structures, global energy policy, and power market mechanics, with demonstrated ability to assess the macroeconomic impacts of regulatory changes.

  • 5+ years of experience with "inside-the-fence" power generation technologies, specifically in the application, design, or maintenance of gas generators, BESS, STATCOMs, HV/LV electrical gear, and fuel cell technologies.

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience performing formal reliability studies, including FMECA (Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis), RCA (Root Cause Analysis), FTA (Fault Tree Analysis), and RAM (Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability) analysis.

  • 3+ years of direct experience using BlockSim for reliability modeling. Experience with MAPS or MARS preferred.

  • Ability and willingness to travel a minimum of 25% of the time, asrequired.

Desired Qualifications :

  • Advanced degree in electrical,mechanicalor powersystemsengineering from an accredited university or college.

  • Ability to lead,motivateand influence individuals and teams.

  • At least5-7years of professional experience in engineering,plant management,productmanagementor a related function

  • Direct experience with prime-power or continuous-duty data center generation assets (islanded, islanded to grid connected or grid connected).

  • Deep understanding of electrical selectivity, protective relay coordination, PLC/SCADA systems.

  • Generalunderstanding of technical regulatory standards and grid code compliance evaluation,testingand reporting. Familiarity with Data Center Tier Classification standards (Uptime Institute) and IEEE/ANSI electrical standards.

  • Ability and willingness to travel25% of the time, asrequired.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Application Deadline: September 04, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $152,400.00 and $254,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 04, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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