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GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

Lead Ingénieur Basse Tension

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVilleurbanne, FranceNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
  • At least 10 years of hardware design experience in HVDC or a similar sector such as oil and gas, substations, or transmission and distribution.
  • Strong knowledge of HVDC systems and components.
  • Experience managing design requirements for electrical systems and components.
  • Strong experience designing and inspecting low-voltage cabinets and schematics, including low-voltage equipment specifications, front-view layouts, polarity distribution principles, cabinet schematic design and review, cabinet wiring lists and connection diagrams, cabinet consultations and supplier follow-up, and cabinet inspection through factory acceptance testing.
  • Proficiency with Engineering Base or an equivalent tool, ideally in HVDC, substation, or power plant environments.
  • Proficiency with electrical engineering tools such as E-Base.
  • Knowledge of engineering codes and standards, including International Electrotechnical Commission and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers standards.
  • Strong understanding of low-voltage cable sizing and distribution.
  • In-depth knowledge of control and protection relay logic.
  • Knowledge of technical regulations, standards, and certifications.
  • Influencing, accountability, and decision-making abilities.
  • Demonstrated facilitation and problem-solving abilities.
  • Fluency in French and English.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Visio, and Excel.
  • Availability for approximately 15% business travel.

Responsibilities

  • Collect requirements and perform gap analyses.
  • Define schematic requirements and produce detailed design documentation, drawings, specifications, and test reports.
  • Prepare project technical and design documents, including single-line diagrams, cable lists, routine test specifications, general arrangement drawings, bills of materials, interlocking diagrams, protection functions, polarity diagrams, project-specific HVDC functions, and cabling specifications.
  • Interface with equipment suppliers, follow up on cabinet manufacturing, and supervise factory acceptance testing.
  • Lead cabinet schematic design and wiring activities, including design reviews, inspections, and technical specifications.
  • Monitor departmental practices, engineering reviews, and standard guidelines.
  • Participate in technical problem analysis and define procedures and corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Prepare responses to customer comments on technical submissions in coordination with project management.
  • Participate in technical meetings with customers, subcontractors, and consultants.
  • Support site activities related to the installation and commissioning of control systems.
  • Apply engineering policies and procedures.
  • Share technical knowledge and information within the team.
  • Support departmental continuous-improvement activities.

Desired Qualifications

  • In-depth knowledge of HVDC systems.
  • Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma.
  • Knowledge of artificial intelligence and its applications in an engineering environment.

About the Company

GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

GE Vernova makes equipment and software that generate and manage electricity for utilities, power producers, and industrial customers. Its Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses span gas turbines, wind generation, and the systems that move electricity across grids. The company supplies generators, grid equipment, and controls, while its software coordinates network operations and integrates changing sources of power. Customers buy equipment and enter service agreements for maintenance, upgrades, and technical support over its operating life, alongside purchases of software and related services. GE Vernova became an independent company in 2024 after separating from GE and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
N/A
Total funding
$17.6M
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Founded
2024

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