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Lead Electrical Systems Engineer

GE Vernova

Greenville, CAJob$89–149K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$89–149K/yr
Location
Greenville, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

GE Vernova is seeking a Design Engineer Electrical Systems for gas turbine and combined-cycle power plant projects. The role spans the project lifecycle, from initial scoping through design, field installation, support, and validation. The engineer develops solutions for the global heavy-duty gas turbine fleet, including accessory systems and balance-of-plant equipment, and works with project teams, customers, vendors, and internal organizations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Power Plant Electrical Equipment, nice to haveLV/MV Equipment Sizing, nice to haveInterconnect Cabling Sizing, nice to haveHardware Integration, nice to haveElectrical Codes and Standards, nice to havePower Plant Operations, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveOral Communication, nice to haveEnglish Fluency, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, required5+ Years Power Industry Experience, requiredLegally Authorized to Work in US, required

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova Gas Power HD Services Design Engineering E&I is looking for a Design Engineer Electrical Systems for gas turbine power plants and combined cycle power plants (CCPPs).

You will be a critical part of the entire project lifecycle from initial scoping through design and field installation, support, and validation.

As a Design Engineer you will work closely with the Power Services project engineering team and customers to learn about existing gas turbine power plants and develop solutions that bring significant value to the customers and the PS business via Conversions, Modifications, and Upgrades (CM&Us) and NPIs. In this role, you will work on design, development and provides support to the global fleet of GE Vernova Heavy Duty Gas Turbines for accessory systems and related Balance of Plant equipment to improve upon reliability, performance, emission, efficiency and safety. Projects vary from small electrical system upgrades to repowering entire gas turbine generator set with latest proven technology. In this role you will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.

Job Description

Responsibilities :

Technical Leadership & Engineering

  • Engineering Excellence: Solve complex technical challenges across Gas Turbine (GT) and Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) projects, ensuring all designs meet rigorous safety and process engineering standards.

  • System Integration: Oversee the seamless integration of new systems within existing power plant infrastructure, ensuring alignment with overall project requirements.

  • Documentation & Quality Control: Maintain meticulous design documentation and verify that all drawings and Bill of Material (BOM) structures strictly adhere to electrical scope and contractual requirements.

Project Management & Collaboration

  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Serve as a key liaison between internal organizations (Manufacturing, Sourcing, Global Engineering, and Advanced Technologies) to drive project alignment and technical synergy.

  • Vendor Management: Lead technical engagement with vendors, ensuring all supplied products and systems fully conform to engineering design and customer specifications.

  • Team Contribution: Act as a core member of Application (Offer) and Requisition (Execution) engineering teams, contributing to the successful delivery of CM&U and NPI projects.

Customer Support & Problem Solving

  • Technical Support: Deliver timely and accurate technical resolutions to support field installation teams and address customer-specific inquiries.

Required Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

  • 5+ years of professional experience within power or related industry, with a strong background in field services, electrical engineering, or strongly related function.

Eligibility Requirements :

  • The work location for this role is Greenville, SC (Relocation assistance provided if not already local).

Desired Characteristics :

  • Deep familiarity with power plant electrical equipment, including generator breakers, excitation systems, starting systems, transformers, and complex relay/protection schemes.

  • Proven capability in sizing LV/MV equipment and interconnect cabling, alongside extensive experience in hardware integration within complex system environments.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of national and international codes, standards, and directives (e.g., IEC, NEC, CSA, IECEx, ATEX).

  • Solid understanding of power plant components and operational functionality.

  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with professional fluency in English, enabling effective collaboration with global teams and stakeholders.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . 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 $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 November 09, 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.

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.

How this job compares

Set against the 3,223 open Electrical Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$89–149K/yr
  • California median$138–207K/yr218 salary ranges
  • US median$123–202K/yr2,052 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $119K, is 32% below the California median midpoint ($174K) — in the lowest quarter of Electrical Engineering salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 345 open Electrical Engineering jobs in California and 3,223 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Electrical Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (2,352 postings).
Education
1,617 of the 3,223 open Electrical Engineering jobs (50%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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