GE Vernova

Power Systems Services Specialist

GE Vernova$104K — $156K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Bellevue, WA
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Power Systems or STEM with 5 years of development experience, OR Master’s Degree in Computer Science or STEM with 3 years of experience.
  • Proficiency in programming languages including C++, Java, Perl, PowerShell, and SQL (MSSQL/T-SQL).
  • Experience in power systems, especially in Distribution and Outage Management Systems.
  • Strong understanding of energy management systems focused on Distribution Network Applications.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present effectively to various audiences.
  • Self-motivated with a proven ability to work independently and in teams.
  • Willingness to travel for project demands.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver high-quality power system application software.
  • Maintain and enhance power systems application functionality including code fixes and user interfaces.
  • Collaborate with engineers and developers to align on project solutions.
  • Ensure adherence to project system design guidelines and write DMS Functional Software Designs.
  • Provide project schedule and cost estimation inputs to the technical lead.
  • Interface with customers for issues within the specialist's expertise.
  • Support marketing efforts for proposals and customer demonstrations.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Access to Health Coach and 24/7 nurse-based resource.
  • Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services.
  • Retirement benefits including 401(k) with company matching and contributions.
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance benefits.
  • Paid parental leave and disability benefits.
  • 12 paid holidays and permissive time off.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
Are you ready to shape the future of the power grid? As a Lead Power Systems Services Specialist, you will serve as a key member of our Software Center of Excellence, designing and delivering advanced applications that power the world's Electric Utilities and ISOs. From Distribution Management Systems (DMS) to Dispatcher Training Simulators (DTS), your work will directly enhance grid reliability and operational efficiency. We are looking for a technical visionary who thrives on solving complex engineering problems, collaborating across teams, and delivering high-quality, mission-critical software that keeps the lights on.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Act as a member in Software Center of Excellence, representing the face of high-quality design and development practices. Implement new functionalities in power system application software which includes DMS (Distribution Management System), DTS (Dispatcher Training Simulator) and Modeling (EMS/DTS/Oil and Gas and Distribution) applications.
  • Provide maintenance of power systems application functionality; including code fixes, documentation, and user interfaces.
  • Collaborate with system/project engineers, frontend developers and Distribution Management System (DMS) application developers to implement solutions that are aligned with product direction.
  • Consults with other technical leads to ensure that project-related system design guidelines are being followed. Responsible for writing DMS Functional Software Designs.
  • Provides input to technical lead on schedules and cost estimates.
  • Interfaces with customers on general and specific issues within area of functional expertise.
  • Provides marketing support for proposals and demonstrations to potential customers.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Power Systems or a STEM major with at least 5 years of development or project delivery experience, OR
  • Master's Degree in Computer Science or a STEM major with at least 3 years of development or project delivery experience.


Desired Characteristics
  • Work and/or academic experience in the power systems area. Distribution and Outage Management System.
  • Excellent programming skills in C++, Java or other related language, as required. Knowledge on Perl, PowerShell and SQL (MSSQL and/or T-SQL) scripting languages. Good understanding of database operation.
  • Good understanding of power systems and/or energy management systems with focus on Distribution Network Applications like Power flow, Fault Location, Isolation and Service Restoration, Load and Volt Var Management and Distribution Operator training Simulator.
  • Knowledge and experience with electric utility industry practices
  • Ability to see integration issues and to preclude schedule impacts.
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to write professional and technical reports and procedures. Ability to make formal and informal presentation to technical and non-technical staff and customers.
  • Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Ability to travel and work at customer site, based on the project demands.


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Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $104,000.00 and $156,000.00. 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 September 17, 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.

About GE Vernova

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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