Lead Application Engineer

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Customer facing Engineer developing technical solutions for Power Conversion systems like VFD and SFCs. Coordinate with customers to create proposals and evaluate bids based on technical requirements.

Responsibilities:

  • Customer facing staff responsible for winning business
  • 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
  • Evaluate the customer RFP specifications received, develop technical solutions that is risk mitigated, prepare detailed technical proposal
  • 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
  • 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

Requirements:

  • 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)
  • 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

Benefits:

  • medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
  • access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
  • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
  • access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
  • tuition assistance
  • adoption assistance
  • paid parental leave
  • disability benefits
  • life insurance
  • 12 paid holidays
  • permissive time off