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GE Vernova

Senior Systems Architect

GE Vernova

Senior Systems Architect designing integrated power generation and grid-interconnection architectures for GE Vernova. Leading complex energy projects, validation, customer workshops, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $152,400 - $254,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in power generation system architecture, including the integration of complex electrical systems and compliance with industry standards. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage large-scale projects while ensuring system performance and customer satisfaction.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Power Generation System ArchitectureUtility-Scale Power GenerationIEEE, ANSI, IEC, NERC, FERC, NFPA StandardsLeadership in Multidisciplinary TeamsModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

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Hard Skills
Electrical EngineeringPower Systems EngineeringSystem Requirements ManagementVerification and Validation (V&V)Protective Relay CoordinationPLC/SCADA SystemsDCS IntegrationData Center Power SystemsHybrid Generation SystemsMicrogrid Applications
Soft Skills
LeadershipMentorshipTechnical CommunicationInfluencing StakeholdersTeam Motivation
Tools & Technologies
Requirements Management ToolsSystems Validation MethodologiesCommissioning ToolsPerformance Validation Tools
Industry Keywords
Electric Utility SystemsEPC ProjectsTransmission and Distribution EngineeringGrid Interconnection RequirementsLifecycle Asset Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and govern integrated power generation system architectures from generator terminals through transmission interconnection facilities
  • Lead technical definition and integration of power generation assets, including gas turbines, generators, GSUs, isolated phase bus systems, HV/LV electrical gear, substations, protection and control systems, STATCOMs, BESS, and auxiliary plant systems
  • Establish system requirements, architecture baselines, interface definitions, and design standards for power generation and industrial electrification projects
  • Define solution validation strategies, requirements traceability, verification plans, FAT, SAT, commissioning milestones, and performance validation criteria
  • Lead equipment coordination and system integration across multiple engineering disciplines
  • Support and review power system studies including load flow, short circuit, grounding, protection coordination, transient stability, harmonics, and arc flash analyses
  • Translate customer availability, reliability, SLA, MTBF, and operational performance requirements into electrical system architecture and design requirements
  • Lead technical risk identification, interface management, and integration planning across proposal development, engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations
  • Serve as primary technical coordinator across GE Vernova business units
  • Support business development by evaluating technical scope, defining solution architectures, assessing risks, and supporting customer presentations and proposals
  • Develop and standardize reference architectures for data centers, industrial facilities, microgrids, hybrid generation plants, and utility-scale power generation campuses
  • Lead customer-facing technical workshops and architecture reviews
  • Provide executive-level recommendations on system design, reliability, and integration strategies
  • Support requirements validation and commissioning to achieve system performance objectives and customer acceptance criteria
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship across engineering teams
  • Coordinate requirements testing, system validation, and integrated solution reviews across internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related engineering discipline
  • 12+ years of professional experience in power generation, electric utility systems, EPC projects, transmission and distribution engineering, or related electrical infrastructure functions
  • 7+ years of experience in engineering, including at least 3 years in a leadership capacity overseeing multidisciplinary teams
  • Proven track record of delivering high-value technical solutions for complex energy projects
  • 5+ years of experience presenting technical solutions, including at least 3 years of direct engagement with executive leadership, utility representatives, EPC contractors, and regulatory stakeholders
  • 5+ years of experience managing complex technical initiatives, with success in at least 3 large-scale projects as an individual contributor, technical lead, or project manager
  • 7+ years of experience with utility-scale power generation systems, transmission and distribution equipment, and grid interconnection requirements
  • 5+ years of experience managing system requirements, interface control, and verification and validation (V&V) processes for complex engineering systems
  • 5+ years of experience applying and interpreting IEEE, ANSI, IEC, NERC, FERC, and NFPA standards in a professional environment
  • Ability and willingness to travel a minimum of 25% of the time
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline is desired
  • Ability to lead, motivate, influence, and mentor individuals and engineering teams across multiple organizations
  • Direct experience with utility-scale power generation plants, data center power systems, industrial electrification projects, hybrid generation systems, or microgrid applications
  • Deep understanding of electrical selectivity, protective relay coordination, PLC/SCADA systems, DCS integration, and IEC 61850 architectures
  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), requirements management tools, and systems validation methodologies
  • General understanding of technical regulatory standards, utility interconnection requirements, grid code compliance evaluation, testing, and reporting
  • Experience supporting commissioning, startup, operational readiness, and performance validation activities for power generation facilities
  • Demonstrated success developing and implementing reference architectures and repeatable technical solutions across multiple customer applications
  • Strong understanding of power plant reliability, maintainability, availability analysis, and lifecycle asset management principles

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Health Coach access with a 24/7 nurse-based resource
  • Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
  • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
  • Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
  • Company retirement contributions
  • Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
  • Tuition assistance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Permissive time off
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Relocation assistance not provided