Activities aimed at proving a concept to be valid or technically feasible by the application of scientific and engineering methodologies.
As lead engineer, the successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated, dynamic team of engineers working on the delivery and application engineering of existing and new electronic applications, particularly for HVDC converters and the forthcoming “HVDC Grid”. This is a highly exciting and dynamic field of power engineering, in which GE’s leading contributions have garnered worldwide recognition.
The role of Lead Electronic Hardware Engineer gives an excellent opportunity for a motivated candidate to innovate, expand their design skill and personal development within an internationally recognised company in this exciting field.
The role has a level of autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. A degree of judgment will be required at this level, but can be supplemented by guidance where required.
Whilst based at the HVDC Centre of Excellence in Stafford, there may be some international travels to collaborate with other GE teams, test laboratories, strategic suppliers and contract customers.
The Candidate :
The candidate requires electronics expertise at the graduate level or equivalent experience, with a good level of technical understanding of digital and analogue electronic design for an industrial power electronics system.
The candidate should demonstrate a high degree of knowledge and understanding of electronic components & principles.
The candidate should demonstrate an ability to think innovatively and apply engineering knowledge.
An enquiring mind and desire to learn new skills, an ability to apply different engineering methods, and a willingness to share knowledge are essential qualities.
At this level, it is expected that some level of judgment and the ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters, but with guidance. Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources to arrive at decisions.Job Description
Responsibilities:
Able to work to deadlines with high quality and accuracy.Dynamic and proactive with the ability to work on own or as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team to resolve technical issues.An Awareness of:
EHS compliance in design and engineering.Controllership and ROHS / REACH compliance.Skills/Experience :
Digital electronic circuit design and development.Analogue electronic circuit design and development.Schematic capture supervision.PCB layout supervision, including rules & constraints.Electronic component selection, analysis, and qualification testing.Component-level design error testing and analysis.FPGA component selection.Product verification (bench testing) and validation (integration testing) testing.Type testing - EMC, Environmental, Halt.Electronic design for EMC.PCB interactions within power electronics systems.Design for manufacture (DFM), test (DFT), industrialisation & design to cost.Has practical electronic bench testing experience.Preferred Experience
Design failure mode & effect analysis (DFMEA). Root cause analysis. Has the ability to participate in problem solving activities such as 8D or similar.Has some knowledge and experience of firmware code development.Has some knowledge and experience of model based product development tools (MATLAB, Mathcad, LTspice).Has knowledge of HVDC.Has experience of maintaining legacy products including updates and improvements to extend product life span.Key Required Qualifications
Education:- Graduate level or equivalent experienceExperience level/ years:- 4+Technical skills:- See AboveInterpersonal skills (e.g. analytical, team player, problem-solver, flexible,….)Language skills…Willingness to travel (on-site visits or client meetings ~10% of the time)
About Us:
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition – and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
About GEV Grid Solutions:
At GEV 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 GEV, 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.
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No