Lead Electrical Design & Configuration Engineer

GE Vernova

Charleroi, United States

Full Time

Posted September 18, 2026

$89k - $89k

Power Generation

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed September 30, 2026
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Job Description

This role is primarily focused on the day-to-day design, development, and technical support of low voltage control systems for High Voltage SF6 circuit breakers.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development: Develop and design low voltage control systems for SF6 insulated circuit breakers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
Technical Execution: Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments to identify potential improvements or modifications to existing products.
Component Selection: Provide technical expertise in the selection of components, such as relays, sensors, and controllers, to optimize system performance.
Drafting Support & Mentorship: Guide the drafting team, providing technical direction to produce high-quality mechanical outline drawings and documentation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with remote factory teams and internal/external stakeholders to ensure project success.
Technical Support: Serve as a technical resource for customers and field service teams, addressing inquiries and troubleshooting operational issues.
Compliance: Ensure all designs and implementations adhere to safety and environmental regulations.
Configurator Maintenance: Manage the daily operations and maintenance of the product configurator platform. Translate engineering constraints and product variants into functional configuration rules.
BOM Administration: Execute the day-to-day management and validation of production Bills of Materials (BOMs) and material masters in SAP to ensure production-ready structures.
Operational Support: Serve as the first line of support for configurator-related issues, ensuring consistent data architecture and traceability across the product lifecycle.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in product design, BOM management, manufacturing processes, and project management.
Technical Skills: Working knowledge of SAP (BOMs, material masters) and experience with product configuration tools.
Domain Expertise: Strong electrical engineering background with specific knowledge of high voltage and dead tank circuit breakers.
Design Tools: CREO, AutoCAD, and E3 (or similar electrical design software).
Data Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel; familiarity with SQL, Python, or BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) for data automation is a plus.
Soft Skills: Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment.
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).