Senior Facility Electrical Engineer

GE Vernova’s Greenville Technology Lab is seeking a Senior Facility Electrical Engineer to lead and advance the electrical infrastructure supporting our world-class test laboratories. This role requires deep expertise across MV, and LV systems, with a focus on electrical generation, protection, and medium-voltage distribution equipment. The successful candidate will bring extensive experience from large-scale industrial facilities and capital projects, ensuring safe, reliable, and innovative electrical solutions.

What You’ll Do

You will be responsible for the Greenville test labs’ electrical infrastructure, spanning from 15 kV feeds down to 120 V and DC control systems. This includes transformers, switchgear, MCCs, distribution panels, load banks, UPS/DC systems, and specialized test equipment.

# Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

- Safety Leadership: Champion electrical safety practices, including LOTO procedures, NFPA 70E compliance, and arc flash mitigation strategies.

- Design & Engineering: Lead facility electrical system design, commissioning, operations, and troubleshooting across MV/LV systems.

- Project Leadership: Provide primary technical direction for facility-based projects, coordinating with GE Vernova teams, EPCs, and vendor partners.

- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with mechanical and process engineers to integrate electrical systems into broader facility designs.

- Vendor & Package Management: Manage electrical equipment packages end-to-end, including RFQs, bid evaluations, vendor drawing reviews, FATs, and commissioning.

- Technical Documentation: Develop detailed electrical specifications, load lists, one-line/three-line diagrams, area classifications, and technical procedures.

- System Studies: Perform advanced electrical studies (load flow, short circuit, relay coordination, motor starting, arc flash) using ETAP, SKM, or similar tools.

- Global Standards Compliance: Apply NEC, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API, OSHA, and other international standards to facility designs.

- Mentorship: Act as a senior technical resource, guiding junior engineers and technicians.

- Communication: Prepare clear technical reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and external customers.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.

- 10+ years of professional experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years in facility or industrial power systems.

- Proven track record in electrical construction, inspection, and troubleshooting during installation and commissioning.

- Hands-on experience with MV/LV systems including transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS/DC systems, generators, VFDs, and protection relays.

- Advanced proficiency in electrical system modeling software (e.g., ETAP, SKM, EasyPower).

Eligibility Requirements

- This role is 100% onsite at the Greenville, SC Technology Lab.

- Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.

Desired Characteristics

- 10+ years of experience in electrical system design, FEED, and detailed engineering for large-scale facilities (oil & gas, petrochemical, hydrogen, refining, EPC).

- Demonstrated leadership in managing vendor packages, electrical buildings, and power distribution centers.

- Strong grounding, cable sizing, breaker coordination, and electrical room layout expertise.

- Experience with power generation facilities, transmission/distribution systems, and high-voltage equipment testing.

- Working knowledge of global electrical codes and standards (NEC, CEC, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API, ABS, OSHA).

- Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple projects.

- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with ability to convey complex technical information clearly.

- Understanding of electric grid operations and electrical control systems.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

# Additional Information

GE 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: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $111,200.00 and $185,400.00. 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: ineligible.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on December 10, 2025.

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.