Lead Project Engineer

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 users 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. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.). Job Description Roles Summary/Purpose GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. GE Vernova Power Conversion & Storage Division provides Electrical power conversion systems for various Naval and marine applications. Typical scope includes: MV & LV power converters Motors, transformers, Switchgear, and control as well as the associated power systems engineering. The Power Systems Engineer role is considered a lead role within the business and expected to be an individual with technical capability within power electronic power converters with a strong emphasis on the application into a system. The successful candidate is expected to take ownership of system project specifications, power system studies, bill of materials, drawings, and test procedures to ensure all power system equipment meets detailed customer requirements as an integrated system. Further, the candidate is expected to take responsibility for the project engineering schedule. Essential Responsibilities Work with the project manager to achieve the project objective by managing the engineering portion of projects • Ensure all designs and practices implement safety, quality and values. Prepare detailed technical specifications for large marine and naval power systems that capture customer requirements which include defining system operation scenarios, plant load priorities, system control parameters. Develop detailed engineering plans and oversee project engineering execution Drive communications throughout the organization to ensure there is alignment on schedule and technical risk Maintain ownership of all engineering artifacts associated with specific projects including power and propulsion system model, power system studies, drawings, bill of materials, specifications, test and commissioning procedures. Ensure projects are completed within schedule and budget. Interface with customers to ensure requirements and expectations are understood. Interface with Sourcing and Purchasing to ensure suppliers products are meeting specifications. Interface with the Manufacturing and Test departments to ensure power system components produced are fit for purpose. Ensure engineering quality is maintained and all items produced on the project are fit for purpose. Support sales by reviewing customer requirements and highlighting differences/gaps between those requirements and GE Vernova capabilities. Manage design reviews for power systems. Collaborate with other GE Vernova PCS businesses to understand GE Vernova PCS technologies and how to apply them to satisfy customers in North America. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or equivalent experience. 5+ Years' experience in power systems, power electronics, p