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As lead engineer the successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated, dynamic team of engineers working on the delivery and application engineering of existing and new electronic applications, particularly for HVDC converters and the forthcoming “HVDC Grid”.
This is a very exciting and dynamic field of power engineering in which GE’s leading contribution has worldwide recognition.
The role of Lead Electronic Hardware Engineer gives an excellent opportunity for a motivated candidate to innovate, expand their design skill and personal development within an internationally recognized company in this exciting field. The role has a level of autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures.
A degree of judgment will be required at this level but can be supplemented by guidance where required.
Whilst based at the HVDC Centre of Excellence in Stafford there may be some international travels to collaborate with other GE teams, test laboratories, strategic suppliers and contract customers.

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We will be interested, if you are...

Possessing electronics expertise at graduate level or equivalent experience, with a good level of the technical understanding of digital, and where possible analogue electronic design for an industrial control system.
Demonstrating a high degree of knowledge and understanding of electronic components & principles.
An innovative thinker, and you can apply engineering knowledge.
An enquiring mind and desire to learn new skills, an ability to apply different engineering methods and a willingness to share knowledge are essential qualities.
Able to execute some level of judgment and the ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance.
Using prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks.
Having access to relevant technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems.
Not afraid to use multiple internal sources to arrive at decisions.

Desired skillset:

Able to work to deadlines with a high quality and accuracy.
Dynamic and proactive with ability to work on own or as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team to
resolve technical issues.
Has knowledge of HVDC.
Has awareness of EHS compliance in design and engineering.
Has knowledge of digital electronic circuit design and development.
Has knowledge of analogue electronic circuit design and development.
Has knowledge of schematic capture supervision.
Has knowledge of PCB layout supervision including rules & constraints.
Has knowledge of electronic component selection, analysis, and qualification testing.
Has awareness of Controllership and ROHS/REACH compliance.
Has experience of FPGA component selection.
Has experience of product verification (bench testing) and validation (integration testing) testing.
Has experience of electronic design for EMC.

Grid Solutions, a GE Renewable Energy business, serves customers globally with over 13,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. Grid Solutions is focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

About GE Grid Solutions:

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No