Application Engineer – Grid Integration and Stability, Consulting Services

GE Vernova is seeking an Application Engineer for Grid Integration and Stability in Consulting Services. This role involves technical analysis of power systems, supporting renewable energy projects, and modeling equipment. The candidate will evaluate grid code compliance, conduct transient studies, and communicate results to clients. The position is open for remote work within the United States, emphasizing teamwork, innovation, and customer service in the energy transition sector.
Job Description Summary
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Consulting Services, a part of GE Vernova, has offices in multiple countries and offers global clients (external & GE Vernova verticals) a wide range of solutions across the entire spectrum of power generation, delivery, and utilization. Consulting Services at GE Vernova is a team that has comprehensive global experience in power system studies including in-depth experience in analyzing shunt and series compensations including application of SVCs, FACTS, HVDC, synchronous condensers, STATCOMs, and power plant and transmission system dynamic controls. Our global team has professional experience with leading power system simulation and analysis software tools like Positive Sequence Load Flow (PSLF) software and Multi-Area Production Simulation (MAPS) software, as well as PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSCAD, EMTP, ASPEN, ETAP, other commercial application tools, and many specialized in-house tools. Our team also has deep experience with voltage control and reactive planning issues as well as the tools and procedures that are most effective in studying them. We perform detailed steady state, voltage and transient stability studies of regional transmission systems, generation interconnections, and renewable generation impacts, as well as specialized studies for sub-synchronous resonance, and torsional and control interactions.Job Description
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• Role Summary/Purpose*
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As a member of the Consulting Services Grid Integration and Stability (GIS) practice area, the selected candidate will be an active contributor to the GE Vernova business initiatives related to power systems and power electronics equipment and services to support energy transition.

This position is eligible for remote work within the United States.
• *EssentialResponsibilities
• Perform technical analysis related to power electronic and power systems control of renewable generation, battery energy storage systems, large industrial drives and FACTS.
• Support customers with power systems engineering expertise; including modeling, analysis, equipment design and specification, and failure mode analysis
• Create, modify and parametrize simulation models representing GE Vernova inverter-based resource (IBR) products like wind turbines, solar and battery storage
• Evaluate grid code compliance standards and their impact on renewable energy projects in bulk power systems
• Support development of transmission and distribution connected IBR and distributed energy resource (DER) products for evolving codes and standards through participation in industry standards groups
• Perform power system transient studies, and detailed equipment modeling using appropriate software tools
• Effectively communicate results to both internal and external customers by preparing detailed written reports and presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and customer value propositions
• Enhance industry knowledge and present technical content in regional forums and conferences; serve as a thought leader in industry activities
• Actively participate in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are important
• Qualifications/Requirements
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• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or electric power engineering
• Minimum three (3) years of industry experience performing transient analysis using simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP and steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSAT.
• Minimum three (3) years of industry experience with the use and application of common programming languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN)
• Strong background in power system analysis
• Solid understanding of inverter-based resources (control system) design and application considerations
• Eligibility Requirements
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• Willingness to travel for supporting project work, meeting team members, attending industry standard working group meetings and conferences (up to 10%)
• DesiredCharacteristics*
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• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. ability to effectively communicate with all levels of GE Vernova and customer/plant staff)
• Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, electric power engineering, or related field of study – no industry experience is required with this qualification
• Advanced experience with steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and use of programming languages like C and C++ is a plus
• Advanced experience in creating and modifying dynamic user models in simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSATand PSLF is a plus
• Experience in electromagnetic transient simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP
• Advanced experience with dynamic and time-domain simulation tools (e.g. FORTRAN programming of user-written models in PSCAD (“black box” models) and in EMTP, use of Python/MATLAB scripting to automate execution and analysis of multiple simulations)
• Demonstrated application of complex mathematics and engineering to real-world electric power system problems
• IEEE/CIGRE published articles related to power systems engineering topics, participation in industry standards working groups

The base pay range for this position is 78,000 usd to 95,000 usd (potential flexibility for the right person). The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, geographical location, education, and skill set.
• *Additional Information
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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

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