Energy tech co. that designs, builds, services gas, nuclear, hydro, steam & wind power systems globally.
Design, test, and support HVDC valve converters for project delivery
13 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Stafford, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
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
Description
valve design
testing
documentation
product support
site support
integration
Working against customer specification at project stage (Clause by Clause, Risk analysis).
Generate technical documentations (such as valve design, type test specification, routine test specification and site pre-commissioning specifications) to deliver converter valves at project stage
Specification and report writing
Testing and validation for high voltage power electronic including IGBT and thyristor and passive component used in valve converter.
Product support during complete life cycle from development to tender and commissioning of project
Performing routine and type test specifications and pre-commissioning testing.
Support site activities during installation of the valve converter, pre-commissioning and training for customer.
Use design tools to specify converter valves and deliver valve design report to support tender and project.
Integration with other engineering departments for product definition (System design, Main Scheme, Layout, Commercial).
Requirements
matlab
simulink
pscad
igbt
hvdc
leadership
EHS compliance ability
Simulation tools such as Matlab-Simulink, PSCAD-EMTDC
Ability to coordinate and lead a small group of engineers
Design experience on the protection and control circuit for IGBT and thyristor.
Experience for power electronic converters (motor drives, such as HVDC and FACTS applications)
Good communication skills
Experience on testing and validation of power electronic device
Experience on high power electronic components (IGBTs, thyristors, passive components)
Design or application experience on IGBT and thyristor driver circuit.
Expectation to travel 20% of the time across the world.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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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.
Culture + Values
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.
Environment + Sustainability
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.