Consulting Engineer – HVDC Transformer Systems
Switzerland Global Enterprise
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Villeurbanne • France
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About the role
- Coach and mentor engineers through on-the-job and formal training programs, including HVDC University training modules.
- Represent GE in engagements with external stakeholders such as clients, third-party suppliers, and professional bodies (IEC, CIGRE, etc.).
- Collaborate with GE Vernova stakeholders across the HVDC business unit and the wider GE Vernova organization.
- Develop innovative ideas and contribute to international scientific publications and patents.
- Lead major and complex assignments with significant long-term business impact within the area of expertise.
- Coordinate with other GE Vernova HVDC designers to optimize transformer solutions for overall HVDC system performance.
- Manage the governance process for design specification approvals, ensuring rigorous standards are maintained.
- Establish and enforce comprehensive design, manufacturing, and testing gates with suppliers to ensure oversight and successful delivery and commercial operation of transformers.
- Lead technical discussions with suppliers to achieve optimized and cost-effective transformer designs for all reference solutions.
- Maintain a deep understanding of international (IEC, IEEE) and local standards applicable to power transformers.
Requirements
- Master’s or PhD degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Transformer Design or related fields, with a demonstrated record of technical publications and contributions to the industry.
- Extensive experience in the design and development of HVDC Converter and Interface Transformers, with a proven ability to lead complex technical programs, typically gained over 15 to 20 years.
- Deep expertise in transformer specification, validation, testing, insulation coordination, and integration into HVDC and transmission systems.
- Solid understanding of system-level aspects, including civil interfaces, transport and handling, site installation, and operational performance.
- Comprehensive knowledge of international standards (IEC, IEEE) and the ability to apply them effectively in engineering practice.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and industry bodies.
- Sound engineering judgment and high ethical standards, with a consistent approach to informed and responsible decision-making.
- Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional, multicultural engineering environments, with a focus on collaboration, innovation, and results.
- Proven experience in supplier management, including technical alignment, contract interpretation, and oversight of technical delivery.
- Clear commitment to talent development, with experience in mentoring, knowledge sharing, and contributing to long-term capability building.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities
- private health insurance
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Hard Skills & Tools
HVDC Converter DesignPower Transformer DesignTransformer SpecificationValidationTestingInsulation CoordinationIntegration into HVDC SystemsSystem-Level AspectsTechnical PublicationsComplex Technical Programs
Soft Skills
CoachingMentoringCommunicationLeadershipCollaborationInnovationDecision-MakingEthical StandardsStakeholder EngagementTalent Development
Certifications
Master’s Degree in EngineeringPhD in Engineering