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Electrical Equipment Engineer - Power Plant
$85,600 - $142,600/Yr
GE Vernova - Schenectady, NY
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Schenectady, NY
Utilities
About the position
The Electrical Equipment Engineer position at GE Vernova involves contributing to the Generator & Electrical Systems Engineering team, focusing on the specification and evaluation of key electrical equipment for power plants. This role is critical in ensuring the efficient and safe operation of generator power equipment and protection relays, supporting both project specifications and site installation efforts.
Responsibilities
- Prepare functional specifications based on site requirements, contracts, local codes, international standards, and internal design practices.
- Support supplier design evaluation and review technical offers.
- Review and validate technical documentation on projects.
- Assist site teams during the installation and commissioning of equipment.
- Customize generator protection functions and prepare functional specifications for protection relay panels.
- Review protection settings based on vendor calculation notes.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in Medium or High Voltage systems of power plant installations.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 5 years' experience or a master's degree in electrical engineering.
- Fluency with MS Office applications.
- Good understanding of short circuit current in power plants, current rating, protection studies, and insulation levels.
- Experience with professional engineer certification (UL, CSA, ANSI, NEMA, NFPA, IEEE).
- Expertise in power plant equipment including Generator Power Evacuation Equipment, Transformers, Switchgear, Generator Circuit Breakers, and Generator Protection Panels.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working with digital relays.
- Passion for technical challenges and project execution.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Access to a Health Coach and a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
- Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
- GE Retirement Savings Plan with 401(k) matching contributions.
- Tuition assistance and adoption assistance.
- Paid parental leave, disability insurance, and life insurance.
- Paid time-off for vacation or illness.
