Lead Engineer

In this position, you will be mainly involved in design and engineering of SVC and STATCOM solutions in close coordination with various engineering team globally.  As a key member of team, you will be responsible for designing of Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) solution for global projects & tenders.

Role & Responsibilities

• Preparation & review of substation engineering deliverables such as key single line diagram, erection key diagram, layout design (Plan & Section in 3D & 2D), magnetic field clearances, installation drawings and instructions of the STATCOM and SVC systems of assigned FACTS delivery projects and tenders.
• Performing of various substation calculation such as thermal and short circuit force calculation for rigid busbars and flexible conductors, SAG – tension, cantilever strength, insulation co-ordination, magnetic field, spacer / critical span, grounding, lightning protection etc according to international standards (IEC / IEEE).
• Calculation of foundation loads according to international standards (IEC / IEEE) considering the prevailing environmental conditions
• Technical responsibility for preparation of equipment specifications, approving drawings, bills of material, optimizing the design of equipment under FACTS projects and review of vendor documents (drawing, data sheet etc) for substation equipment such as reactor, capacitor, circuit breaker, SA, CT, CVT, DS, bushing etc.
• Coordination with internal departments and sub-suppliers for individual main components and subsystems. Support installation team locally or remotely considering mechanical aspects.
• Participation in the project specific mechanical design of the power electronics valves related to SVC & STATCOM systems.
• Support in NPI (New Product Introduction) and sales teams in the mechanical and layout designs related topics.

Required qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• Advanced level of experience in EHV AC Sub-Station primary design, calculation & co-ordination
• Experience in international projects with working exposure of international standards as IEC, IEEE etc.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English

Desired qualifications

• Solidworks or similar 3D&2D design tool experience will be added advantage.
• Experience in stress analysis is considered as an advantage.
• Experience in Autocad and Autodesk Revit is considered as an advantage.
• Experience in FACTS/HVDC substation projects is considered as an advantage.

Benefits

• Flexible working environment with base location in Noida, India.
• Opportunities to work with innovative technology on global projects along with a truly global team
• Learn and enhance your competency with some of GE's well designed learning platforms.

The North Europe Grid System Integration (GSI) team delivers a wide range of turnkey high voltage AC and DC transmission projects to its Customers in the UK, Ireland, and Scandinavia.

Grid Solutions, a GE Vernova business, serves customers globally with over 20,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. Grid Solutions is focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

About GE Grid Solutions:

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work: 

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers 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 energy transition.

What we offer:

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes