Hiring: Lead Electrical Engineer - Gas Turbine Test Facility Company: GE Vernova Location: Greenville, SC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:42:54 Target Skills & Keywords : Project Management, Transformers About the job Experience: •7+ years of experience in power plant electrical systems, or similar industrial systems, and medium voltage equipment. Required Skills: •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. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering •Operational familiarity with GE control systems (e.g., Mark VI/VIe) and their integration with electrical protection. •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. •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. •This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. •GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!