Design Engineer – Power Electronics

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Grid Solutions delivers reactive power compensators such as Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) and Static Var Compensators (SVC), on which we are the global Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Finland. These systems are used to control power system voltage and reactive power flow as well as to improve the power system stability and transmission system efficiency. Via our projects, you truly have a chance to make the world a better place by helping our global customers in saving vital energy and securing stable electricity distribution.

JOB DESCRIPTION

You will contribute to thepower electronicsdesign and development ofreactive power compensation systems.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute theelectricaldesignand specification of power electronics valvesof assigneddeliveryprojects. Valves are based on thyristor and IGBT technologies.
• Once thoroughly trained to the subject, will participate in the Thyristor valve routine tests and type tests in co-operation with the valve lead engineer.
• Participate in project commissioning phase of power electronics valves, either remotely or locally at the substation.
• Support sales team in technical aspects related to power electronic valves and cooling systems.
• Prepare request for quotations (RFQs) and validate quotations of cooling systems in co-operation with sourcing team.
• Participate Cooling system FAT tests remotely or locally.

Desired characteristics

• MSC or BSC in power electronics
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel
• Knowledge in electrical power engineering, water cooling systems and embedded systems are considered as advantage
• English – mandatory
• Finnish – preferred

Relocation Assistance Provided:
No

You will have the opportunity to work on projects worldwide, leading the energy transition with high-quality products and services. This offers opportunities for professional growth that is supported by trainings arranged internally and externally.

About us:

GE Vernova’s businesses provide products and services through its Power, Wind and Electrification segments. The Power segment consists of Gas Power, Nuclear Power, Hydro Power, and Steam Power, the Wind segment consists of Onshore Wind, Offshore Wind and LM Wind, and the Electrification segment consists of Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, Electrification Software and Solar & Storage Solutions

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Relocation Assistance Provided:
No