Senior HVDC Power Electronics Engineer
Ge Vernova
Design and lead development of HVDC power converters for grid and renewable applications.
9 days ago ago
$111,200 - $195,400
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Niskayuna, NY
Hybrid
Company Size
76,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Services
Digital Solutions
Sustainability
Smart Grid Technologies
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Power
Gas Power
Steam Power
Nuclear
Hydro Power
Wind
Onshore Wind
Offshore Wind
Role
What you would be doing
modeling
simulation
testing
optimization
technology transfer
patent docs
- Ensure that solutions adopted are both technically appropriate and that GE Vernova has freedom to utilize these solutions.
- Document technology and results through patent applications, technical reports, and publications.
- Lead diverse projects as well as contribute individually at a senior level in the development and application of advanced technology solutions to GE Vernova’s HVDC and FACTS products and services using modeling, simulation, testing and optimization technologies.
- Transfer technology to engineering teams in GE Vernova to be included in next generation products and services.
- Validate performance of developed solutions through simulations, prototyping, and testing.
- Work in a team environment with colleagues across GE Vernova including its Advanced Research Center, and partners from industry, academia, and government agencies.
- Stay current with advances in system technologies to seek out new ideas and applications.
- Ensure that work performed considers applicable international standards and policies.
What you bring
power electronics
hvdc
matlab/simulink
plecs
master’s
doctorate
- Depth and/or breadth of knowledge of power electronics devices and power converter topologies including voltage sourced converters and current source converters.
- Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.
- Experience with program management, which includes setting up schedules, milestones, technical reviews, tracking funding, etc.
- Ability and willingness to travel 10% of the time, including international, and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies.
- Proactive interaction with other engineering departments for product definition (System design, Firmware, PCB electronics, Controllers, Main Scheme, Layout, Commercial).
- Deep understanding of power semiconductors devices, their control, packaging, and thermal management.
- Experience interacting with customers and regulatory stakeholders (e.g. TSO’s, developers, government agencies).
- Deep understanding of Voltage-Sourced Converter (VSC) HVDC schemes. Some knowledge of LCC (Line Commutated Converter) would also be advantageous.
- Master’s degree in an Engineering field with a minimum of 10 years of experience in design, development and validation of power converters.
- Have wide experience for power converters and modules testing.
- 3 to 5 years experience in MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, and PSCAD-EMTDC
- Have extensive electrical, power electronics and thermal experience in designing Voltage-Sourced Converters (VSC) or Line-Commutated Converters (LCC).
- At converter valve level, have wide design experience for electrical components inside converter valves including auxiliary circuits (gate drives, bypass switch, and protection elements).
- Doctorate degree in an Engineering field with a minimum of 7 years of experience in design, development and validation of power converters
- Be familiar with HVDC protection requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to take an innovative idea from a concept to a product.
- 3 to 5 years experience in development of power converters of >1MVA for grid or industrial applications (e.g., HVDC converter, HVDC multiterminal scheme, Wind/Solar converter, STATCOM, SVC, Rectifiers, Filters, Drives, etc)
- Hybrid in Niskayuna, NY
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Company
Overview
April 2024
Founded
The company emerged from the spin-off of GE's energy units in April 2024.
>$10B Quarterly Revenue
Revenue Growth
Achieves over $10 billion in quarterly revenue, driven by demand for power infrastructure and digital solutions.
$3B
Wind Turbine Backlog
Maintains a significant backlog in wind turbine orders, reflecting strong market demand.
25%
Global Electricity Supply
Contributes to generating 25% of the world’s electricity through its installed turbines and grids.
- Traces roots back to Edison and Alstom, merging power, renewable, digital & financial wings.
- Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, crafts large-scale gas turbines, SMRs, wind turbines, hydro and grid tech to fuel economies.
- On the nuclear front, advancing small modular reactors (like BWRX‑300) in partnership with utilities and supporting semiconductor projects.
- Wind prowess spans onshore, offshore and blade making—with key sites like Dogger Bank offshore and blade plants in Spain.
- Electrification arm tackles grid stability: HVDC, transformers, storage, conversion, plus GridOS software powering smarter infrastructure.
- Weaves finance and consulting through energy-infrastructure investments, funding solar farms to pipelines via GE Energy Financial Services.
- Relentlessly focused on advancing the world’s transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy.
- Believes in working with customers, partners, and communities to create innovative energy solutions that make a meaningful difference.
- Prioritizes excellence, integrity, and accountability in everything they do.
- Committed to driving real change through technology and partnerships that will transform the global energy landscape.
2050 target
Net zero commitment
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- Focused on reducing emissions through advanced energy technologies.
- Maximizing use of renewable energy sources and leveraging digital solutions for energy efficiency.
- Solutions aim to decarbonize industries and help customers meet their sustainability goals.
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