Grid Modeling Engineer

GE Vernova is seeking a Grid Modeling Engineer in Cambridge, MA. The role involves systems engineering focused on product development and technical analysis of power electronics and systems control for renewable energy. Responsibilities include modeling using various tools, tuning controllers, and supporting customers with engineering expertise. The position requires collaboration and communication with internal and external stakeholders to enhance power equipment design and compliance with evolving standards.
Job Description Summary
Systems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of the customers with the goal of providing a quality product that meets the user's needs. The discipline that executes a robust process of design, creation, and optimization of systems, consisting of identification and quantification of system requirements, creation of alternate system design concepts, performance of design trade studies, selection and implementation of the best designs and verification that the design is properly integrated and executed. Process that proceeds from concept to production to operation. Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.
• Job Description*
• *About Us:
Come bring your energy to change the world. Grid Solutions, part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition. GE Vernova, a dynamic accelerator comprised of our Power, Renewable Energy, Digital and Energy Financial Services businesses, is focused on leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of energy, come join us.
• *Why we come to work:**
At GE Vernova, we are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the green energy transition
• *Essential Responsibilities:
+ Provide product development and technical analysis related to power electronic and power systems control of renewable generation, battery energy storage systems, and large industrial drives.
+ Expertise in developing models in PSS/E, PSLF, PowerFactory, PSCAD and other modeling tools.
+ Expertise in tuning controller to achieve desired performance requirement established in grid codes.
+ Develop technical understanding of electrical characteristics of GE Hybrids power electronics products and their integration to electrical grids.
+ Support customers with power systems engineering expertise; including equipment design, specification studies, commissioning support, troubleshooting, and failure mode analyses.
+ Supporting continuous development of transmission and distribution connected products based on evolving codes and standards through participation in industry standards groups and leading innovative approaches to power equipment design.
+ Effectively communicate to both internal and external customers by preparing detailed written reports or presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and customer value propositions.
+ Support domestic and international projects across regions depending on overall market needs and communicate customer needs and values back to GE.
+ Actively participate on and support project teams ensuring high quality deliverables, budget, and on-time project metrics are met.
+ Actively participate in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are prized
• *Qualifications/Requirements:
+ Master's or PhD degree in electrical or electric power engineering, or related field of study.
+ Bachelor's in electrical or electric power engineering with 5 years employment experience in related position will be considered.
+ Minimum 5 years of professional experience in an engineering field and in MATLAB, PSSE, PSLF, Python, C. C#
• *Desired Characteristics:**
+ Demonstrated modeling and technical experience in technical performance analysis of electric power systems with power electronic sources or loads.Experience in planning and execution of technical projects relevant to electric power systems and equipment design.
+ Experience with developing model in electromechanical domain like PSS/E, PSLF, PowerFactory etc (for Inverter Based Resource or other Power Electronics based models)
+ Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. ability to effectively communicate with all levels of GE and customer/plant staff).
+ Understanding of grid systems interactions with power plant equipment and controls.
+ Experience with time-domain simulation tools (ATP/EMTP desired, PSCAD/EMTDC required, and MATLAB desired).
+ Experience with Hardware inthe loop testing (HIL) of control system
+ Experience with programming environments to understand controller code and complex simulation modeling (Python or Fortran desired)
+ Demonstrated application of complex mathematics and engineering to real-world (not merely academic) electric power problems.
+ Experience with time-domain simulation tools, specifically programming, tuning, and using user-written "black box" models in PSCAD for wind turbine generators, solar inverters, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or other advanced power electronic based systems.
+ PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering or related science
+ Industry reputation, prior IEEE/CIGRE published articles related to practical (not overly-academic) topics, participation in industry standards working groups.
+ Awarded patents on HV power equipment applications a plus.
+ Experience with modeling and simulating inverter-based technologies in PSSE and PSLF using both generic and user written models.
The salary range for this position is 98,400.00 - 131,200.00 - 164,000.00 USD Annual . The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus.
• *Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
• General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.**
• 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
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: August 25, 2025
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.