GE Vernova

Lead Application Engineer

GE Vernova$92K — $154K *
US-Anywhere
+ 3 other locationsRemote
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of technical experience in the Power Conversion industry
  • Experience with large water-cooled Variable Frequency Drive Systems >10MW
  • Willingness to travel up to 30% of time
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop technical solutions for Medium Voltage Variable Frequency Drive Systems and related equipment
  • Evaluate RFP specifications and prepare detailed technical proposals
  • Perform sizing calculations for MV VFD/SFC/STATCOM and transformer ratings
  • Prepare RFQ specifications for various equipment
  • Conduct bid evaluations and align technical aspects for bids
  • Collaborate with engineering and project teams on risk mitigation
  • Value sell technical solutions and support customer meetings

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Access to Health Coach and 24/7 nurse-based resource
  • Employee Assistance Program offering confidential services
  • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with company matching
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance
  • Paid parental leave and disability benefits
  • 12 paid holidays and permissive time off
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
Customer facing staff responsible for winning business Jobs at this level operate with some autonomy but are covered by well-defined Commercial policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (typically annual volume, margin and compliance requirements). Responsible for medium-sized sales territories.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Application Engineering responsibility for the Power Conversion General Industrial,  Oil & Gas solution portfolio in terms of developing technical solutions for large Medium Voltage Variable Frequency Drive Systems up to 80MW, large Static Frequency Converters of 100MVA+, large STATCOMs of 100MVAr+ along with eBOPs like MV Switchgear, Converter transformers, E-Houses, air-coolers, chillers etc as a holistic (integrated) system.
  • Evaluate the customer RFP specifications received, develop technical solutions that is risk mitigated, prepare detailed technical proposal, discuss and sign-off the technical solution with customer.
  • Work on the MV VFD/SFC/STATCOM and Converter transformer sizing calculations to determine the ratings based on the application requirements in the customer RFP specifications.
  • Prepare detailed RFQ specifications for individual equipment like VFD/SFC/STATCOM, Motors, Converter Transformers, E-Houses, MV Switchgear and other eBOPs.
  • Perform bid evaluation on various quotations received, align technically as needed for the bid, and perform costing exercise in partnership with sourcing counterpart.
  • Work with engineering and project teams to identify technical/project risks and devise/implement a risk mitigation plan, present it and secure sign off by the Chief Engineer’s office.
  • Value sell GEV Power Conversion’s technical solutions to customers in key segments including but not limited to test systems, mining, metals, power, Oil & Gas. Support customer meetings with technical product differentiators.
  • Support the GEV commercial risk process & all aspects of the Inquiry to Order process.
  • Work with 3rd party industrial partners to enhance growth opportunities and leverage win-win technology.
  • Work to optimize technical solutions by means of Design To Cost (DTC) and enhance as sold margins for the business.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering or a related field
  • Minimum of 5 years technical experience with a major Power Conversion industry OEM on large water-cooled Variable Frequency Drive Systems >10MW with large complex applications in the Industrial/Oil & Gas segment.
  • Willingness to travel domestically within country and abroad as needed by the business (up to 30% of time).

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong track record of working with cross-functional teams.
  • Well-rounded business acumen – commercial, technical and program execution skills.
  • Knowledge of various power conversion solutions available in the market across various industries.
  • Master's degree in Power Electronics Engineering is desirable but not mandatory for candidates with the right technical experience.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to respond quickly to customer needs.
  • Strong coordination and influencing skills.
  • Knowledge of customer financial drivers / needs.
  • Ability to utilize analytical software and sales tools (CMS, Excel, etc.).
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $99,800.00 - $149,800.00 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. 

Bonus eligibility: eligible for bonus

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

 

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $92,800.00 and $154,700.00. 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: discretionary annual bonus.

 

 

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on May 21, 2026.

 

 

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.

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GE Vernova is an energy business company. They provide digital, energy consulting, energy financial services, gas power, grid solutions, nuclear energy, power conversion, renewable energy, steam power, and so on.

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