Job Description SummaryGE Power Conversion provides Electrical power conversion systems for various renewables, industry, marine, and Oil & Gas applications. Typical scope includes MV & LV drives, motors, transformers, E-house, switchgear, and control as well as the associated power systems engineering.
Job DescriptionThe Lead Systems Engineer will be expected to lead complex marine electrical integration projects for new and existing construction vessels.
Essential Responsibilities:- Interface directly with key marine customers,
- Work with GE site engineer(s) at customer facility,
- Work with customer to develop specifications,
- Deep knowledge of the current GE PC product portfolio is essential including drives, motors, power systems as well as energy storage systems,
- Assist customer in planning activities,
- Lead the establishment of on-site GE installation and commissioning teams.
- Provide project leadership for programs under execution,
- Ensure marine electrical system designs meet customer and regulatory requirements, Coordinate engineering efforts with manufacturing, sourcing, field services, and key vendors,
- Work closely with GE Principal engineers and experts to manage risk.
- Communicate risks, issues, and overall progress to appropriate levels of the organization,
- Ensure proper engineering resources are available for project teams, and work with management to address any shortfalls,
Qualifications/Requirements- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering disciplines,
- 5 years experience in power electronics or power systems.
Desired Characteristics- Master's Degree or equivalent in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related engineering field,
- Ability to working with cross functional and multi-disciplinary engineering team,
- Ability to effectively manage projects with minimal managerial direction required,
- Must be highly organized,
- Ability to communicate clearly especially in technical presentations and meetings.
- Inspirational worker with the ability to obtain results,
- Motivated self-starter that will own objectives from customers and management,
- Proven ability to lead distributed efforts/projects with wide ranging topics including drives and system integration,
- Experience in system integration projects,
- Understands and embraces business objectives and demonstrates how the project teams will support the business,
- Displays strong interpersonal skills and is accessible and approachable with the ability to create long term professional relationships,
- Willing to travel internationally as required,
Additional InformationGE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 31, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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