Senior Systems Architect

GE Vernova

Senior Systems Architect designing integrated power generation and grid systems for GE Vernova. Leading architecture, validation, integration, and technical delivery across complex energy projects.

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

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and governing integrated power generation system architectures, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-value technical solutions for complex energy projects. Proficient in managing system requirements, interface control, and verification processes while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Power Generation System ArchitectureTechnical LeadershipSystem Requirements ManagementUtility-Scale Power GenerationIEEE, ANSI, IEC Standards Compliance

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringPower Systems EngineeringTransmission and Distribution EngineeringRequirements ValidationTechnical Risk IdentificationFAT and SAT ProcessesHarmonics AnalysisProtective Relay CoordinationPLC/SCADA SystemsDCS Integration

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationMentorshipCollaborationCustomer Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Requirements Management ToolsMBSEIEC 61850 ArchitecturesData Center Power SystemsHybrid Generation Systems

Industry Keywords

EPC ProjectsGrid Interconnection RequirementsRegulatory StandardsNERCFERCNFPAOperational ReadinessLifecycle 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, electrical equipment, substations, protection and control systems, STATCOMs, BESS, and auxiliary plant systems
Establish system requirements, architecture baselines, interface definitions, and design standards
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 requirements into electrical system architecture and design requirements
Lead technical risk identification, interface management, and integration planning across proposal, engineering, construction, commissioning, and operational phases
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 activities
Provide technical leadership and mentorship across engineering teams
Coordinate requirements testing, system validation, and integrated solution reviews

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 delivering high-value technical solutions for complex energy projects
5+ years of experience presenting technical solutions, including at least 3 years engaging executive leadership, utility representatives, EPC contractors, and regulatory stakeholders
5+ years managing complex technical initiatives, with success in at least 3 large-scale projects
7+ years with utility-scale power generation systems, transmission and distribution equipment, and grid interconnection requirements
5+ years managing system requirements, interface control, and verification and validation processes
5+ years applying and interpreting IEEE, ANSI, IEC, NERC, FERC, and NFPA standards
Ability and willingness to travel a minimum of 25% of the time
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline (desired)
Direct experience with utility-scale power generation plants, data center power systems, industrial electrification, hybrid generation systems, or microgrids (desired)
Deep understanding of electrical selectivity, protective relay coordination, PLC/SCADA systems, DCS integration, and IEC 61850 architectures (desired)
Experience with MBSE, requirements management tools, and systems validation methodologies (desired)
Understanding of regulatory standards, utility interconnection requirements, grid code compliance evaluation, testing, and reporting (desired)
Experience supporting commissioning, startup, operational readiness, and performance validation (desired)
Experience developing reference architectures and repeatable technical solutions (desired)
Understanding of power plant reliability, maintainability, availability analysis, and lifecycle asset management (desired)
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program
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
Relocation assistance not provided