Lead Power Electronics Engineer

Job Description Summary As the Lead Power Electronics Engineer you will be responsible for leading and performing Low Voltage and Medium Voltage power electronics and electrical design tasks on Drive System projects. This technical role involves working in a multi‑disciplinary team to specify, design, support manufacturing, and validate megawatt‑scale power electronics for Marine/Defense, Energy, and Industry applications. Responsibilities Review detailed technical specifications for the control of large marine and naval power converters that capture customer requirements. Maintain ownership of all engineering artifacts associated with specific power converters on projects, including software specifications, control specifications, software drawings, factory acceptance test procedures, and commissioning instructions. Interface with Sourcing and Purchasing to ensure suppliers’ products meet specifications. Interface with Manufacturing and Test departments to ensure power converters controls are fit for purpose. Create models of power electronic controls for use by power systems engineers to perform power quality and system stability studies. Support sales by reviewing new customer requirements and highlighting differences or gaps between those requirements and power converter control capabilities. Collaborate with other GE PC businesses to understand power converter technologies and software employed at those factories in order to incorporate them into requirements to satisfy customers in North America. Develop real‑time software and hardware‑in‑the‑loop systems for simulating and testing complex customer requirements. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field from an accredited university. Minimum 3 years of experience in power electronics, power conversion, and/or naval power systems. Eligibility Requirements Willingness to travel up to 20% (domestic and international). Legal authorization to work in the United States is required; sponsorship for employment visas is not available for this position. Desired Characteristics Master’s degree in engineering, a Professional Engineer designation, or equivalent continuous professional development. 5 years of experience in the naval, marine, or offshore industry. U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. Self‑motivated, intellectually curious, and proactive in driving tasks forward. Exceptional communicator capable of distilling complex technical concepts for diverse audiences. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while fostering team cohesion and an inclusive work environment. Knowledge of control for LCI, DC, and cycloconverters; familiarity with LTSpice; detailed working knowledge of the GE PC P80i programming environment. Familiarity with MATLAB/PLECS or other modeling tools. Deep domain knowledge of semiconductor devices (thyristor and transistor based) and their application to large power converters with an emphasis on control theory. Deep understanding of voltage‑source and current‑source power converter control. EEO Statement 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 individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Benefits Competitive salary: $89,300.00 – $148,700.00 (adjusted for geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% in certain areas). Relocation assistance provided. Discretionary annual bonus eligibility. Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. Access to Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse‑based resource, and the Employee Assistance Program. GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) with company matching and contributions). Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr