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Electrical Cabling and Interconnection Engineer

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Electrical Cabling and Interconnection Engineer

Schenectady, NY

Job Description Summary

The Electrical Cabling and Interconnection Engineer leads projects and initiatives with large scope and high impact to the business or is a growing expert in a specialized field. As a member of the Generator & Electrical Systems team, this role will be responsible for design and support the electrical engineering community as an expert, as well as performing firsthand engineering on projects focusing on all Interconnection and cabling detailed design.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for leading and executing interconnections, cabling for all electrical power cabling, I/C cabling, network cabling for Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine and Power Plant projects.
  • Responsible and take ownership of On Time Delivery (OTD) and ensure fulfilment of design and quality of the scope of supply.
  • Lead technical issue resolution to internal and external customers.
  • Review the team members internal deliverables, external deliverables.
  • Verify the concept, calculation, and sizing of engineering parameters.
  • Support on engineering guidelines/design criteria/specification to reflect with applicable rules, regulations codes and standards and according to good engineering practices.
  • Coordinate with cross functional Engineering teams to execute project deliverables.

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  • Review and support technical issues, site issues, commissioning, root cause analysis for engineering related issues.
  • Willingness to learn and adopt the changes, in growing GEV engineering environments.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college OR a high school diploma/ GED with 9 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience.
  • Strong knowledge of NEC, NEMA/ICEA, IEEE standards.

Desired Characteristics:

  • Strong knowledge and proven experience of interconnections, equipment interfaces, cabling of power plant auxiliary equipment and design of electrical accessories.
  • Highly self- motivated and able to make quick technical decisions with limited data
  • Knowledge of MS office applications with proficiency in MS Excel, MS Access, MS Word, MS Power Point.
  • Strong work ethics, takes ownership and accountability of work output.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a matrix environment with demonstrated ability to establish and maintain working relationship with cross functional teams, external teams global team members.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and strong problem solving skills.

About Us

Inclusion & Diversity At GE, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.

Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/diversity-at-ge

For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $98,400.00 - 164,000.00 USD Annual.

The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 10% performance bonus.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This position will stay open on the career website until at least 9/27/2024.

Benefits Available to You:

GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits

  • Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
  • A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
  • GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants.

Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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

Client-provided location(s): Schenectady, NY, USA
Job ID: GE_power-866952862
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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