Lead Electrical Engineer - Gas Turbine Test Facility

About the role

Contributes to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical improvement of existing products and components.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead technical authority for the facility’s power distribution, variable frequency drives (VFDs), load banks, and generator synchronization equipment.
• Lead the maintenance and diagnostic activities for high-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, excitation systems, and protective relaying associated with aeroderivative and heavy duty gas turbine units.
• Monitor and analyze electrical system performance data to identify trends, prevent failures, and optimize equipment life.
• Direct troubleshooting efforts for electrical protection trips, relay logic issues, and control system irregularities.
• Manage arc flash studies, coordination studies, and equipment testing protocols (e.g., Megger, TTR, Doble testing) and ensure all electrical systems comply with IEEE, NEC, NESC, and local code requirements.
• Review and approve electrical designs and modifications, technical documentation, and maintenance procedures.
• Oversee electrical capital projects and major equipment retrofits, ensuring adherence to GE Vernova technical standards and best practices.
• Act as the technical liaison during planned outages (Hot Gas Path, Major Inspections) for all electrical and instrumentation scope.
• Manage relationships with external contractors and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) support teams.
• Champion electrical safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safe work practices, and incident investigations.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance on complex electrical systems within the facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years of experience in power plant electrical systems, or similar industrial systems, and medium voltage equipment.

Desired Characteristics

• Familiarity with GE control systems (e.g., Mark VI/VIe) and their integration with electrical protection.
• Experience with grid interconnection requirements and NERC CIP compliance.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of generator protection, excitation systems, and power distribution systems (480V to 13.8kV+).
• Proficiency in reading/modifying electrical one-line diagrams, P&IDs, and control logic drawings.

Desired Characteristics

• Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly desirable.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Pay

$98,400.00 - $164,000.00

Schedule

Full-time