Electrical Systems Engineer - Powerplant Auxiliaries

A Snapshot of Your Day

The Electrical Systems engineering team is responsible for the specification, selection, design review, cost calculation and quality control, for simple and combined cycle power plant equipment including, but not limited to: Power Control Centers, Static Excitation Systems, Startup Frequency Converters, Protective Relaying Systems, Low Voltage Plant Power Distribution Systems.

The successful applicant for this position will work in an international and inter-disciplinary team setting and will be required to design, specify, and implement the assigned electrical equipment in a self-reliant work manner. Tasks include the collaboration with customers, vendors, various engineering disciplines, bid management and supply chain management to develop and implement technical solutions ensuring the highest customer satisfaction and successful project implementation by Siemens Energy.

How You’ll Make An Impact

- Contribute to the development of electrical concepts and system designs for reference power plants and their project specific adaption serving proposal activities and new unit project implementations.

- Design and specification of electrical components in scope of the team such as static excitation systems, generator protection systems, and plant internal power distribution equipment

- Creation, review, release and maintenance of technical design tools and engineering documentation for equipment in the scope of the team with a focus on generator auxiliary systems such as current transformers, neutral tie busbar and generator bushing enclosures as well as generator grounding transformer application.

- Support the development, maintenance and tracking of costs for equipment in scope of the team and cost calculation tools used by bid management for bidding of power plant projects

- Provide technical support to bid management during proposal activities.

- Provide technical support to supply chain management to facilitate supplier development and supplier/product qualification activities

- Contribute to cost value analyses including the development, implementation and tracking of design-to-cost measures

- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of global engineering processes, tools and documentation.

What You Bring

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or higher combined with a minimum of 5 + years experience in the technologies of electrical components used in fossil power plant and synchronous condenser applications.

- Experience and expertise in the design and specification of isolated phase bus duct, neutral grounding transformers and current transformers

- Experience in the design and specification of low voltage systems, power transformers, batteries, battery chargers, cable and cable raceway systems.

- Proficient in the interpretation and application of relevant internation and local standards governing the design and installation of electrical components including IEC, IEEE, VDE, EN etc.

- Ability to focus on tasks requiring attention to detail such as design calculations for electrical systems and able to handle multiple tasks in parallel while meeting high quality standards and set timelines.

- Excellent team player and communicator; fluent in English (written and verbal)

- Ability to travel internationally for short durations if required (up to approximately 10%).

- Experience in interpreting technical contract requirements, customer negotiations or the commissioning of components in the scope of the team is preferred.

- Applicants must be eligible to work in the US without Visa sponsorship

About The Team

Gas Services

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

- Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture

- Company paid Health and wellness benefits

- Paid Time Off and paid holidays

- 401K savings plan with company match

- Family building benefits

- Parental leave

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