Lead Application Engineer

Switzerland Global Enterprise

Lead Application Engineer for GE Vernova developing technical solutions in Power Conversion. Collaborating with customers on large scale Variable Frequency Drive Systems and other electrical solutions.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $92,800 - $154,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Customer facing staff responsible for winning business
Application Engineering responsibility for the Power Conversion General Industrial, Oil & Gas solution portfolio
Developing technical solutions for large Medium Voltage Variable Frequency Drive Systems up to 80MW, large Static Frequency Converters of 100MVA+, large STATCOMs of 100MVAr+
Evaluate the customer RFP specifications received
Develop technical solutions that is risk mitigated
Prepare detailed technical proposal, discuss and sign-off the technical solution with customer
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 and perform costing exercise in partnership with sourcing counterpart
Work with engineering and project teams to identify technical/project risks and devise/implement a risk mitigation plan
Value sell GEV Power Conversion’s technical solutions to customers in key segments
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

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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
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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Medium Voltage Variable Frequency Drive SystemsStatic Frequency ConvertersSTATCOMsConverter transformer sizing calculationsRFQ specificationsbid evaluationrisk mitigationDesign To Costpower conversion solutionsanalytical software

Soft Skills

customer-focused mindsetstrong time management skillscoordination skillsinfluencing skillsstrong oral communication skillsstrong written communication skillsbusiness acumencross-functional teamworkprogram execution skillsresponsiveness to customer needs

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster's degree in Power Electronics Engineering