Power Electronics Design Engineer

Job description

2898567
City

Salem
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

Yes
Business

GE Energy Connections
Business Segment

Energy Connections Power Conversion
Function

Engineering/Technology
Country

United States
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces

Virginia
Postal Code

24153-6422
Role Summary/Purpose

The Power Electronics Design Engineer as part of GE Energy’s Power Conversion business applies the science and systems of power conversion to help drive the electric transformation of the world’s infrastructure. Designing and delivering advanced motor, drive and control technologies that evolve today’s industrial processes for a cleaner, more productive future, we serve specialized sectors such as energy, marine, industry and all related services
Essential Responsibilities

As the Power Electronics Design Engineer, you will:

·  Work with System Engineer to allocate top-level requirements
·  Perform detail design activities related to power electronics
·  Develop and execute subsystem validation test plans
·  Develop subsystem models to support concept validation studies
·  Design, selection, specification, and validation of critical power components (e.g. IGBTs, IGCTs, Diodes, capacitors, inductors, etc.)
·  Provide technical clarification of designs with suppliers and manufacturing
·  Work with manufacturing and sourcing to test and qualify components and assemblies for production and resolve issues as needed to maintain product quality
·  Power circuit protection and coordination
·  Participate in FMEA and risk assessment activities

Qualifications/Requirements

·  Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or related Engineering

Desired Characteristics

·  Master's Degree in Technology
·  Familiarity with simulation tools, Dynamic system simulators (Saber, MATLAB) Circuit simulation (Saber, SPICE) Power electronic device modeling (Saber) and Electro-thermal modeling of power devices
·  Familiarity with low & medium voltage insulation systems-partial discharge theory and testing methods
·  Familiarity with NFPA 70 and 70E and Arc Flash analysis (EasyPower or SKM) and testing
·  Working knowledge of wind turbine, photovoltaic, or motor drive system technologies
·  Related Power Electronics experience through Internship or University class work
·  Familiarity with Instrumentation and measurement of power converters
·  Familiarity with power electronics, power distribution and control systems
·  Demonstrated ability to meet goals and objectives
·  Proven interpersonal and leadership skills

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About Us

GE is the world’s Digital Industrial Company, transforming industry with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive. Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, GE delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

GE Energy Connections designs and deploys industry-leading technologies that turn the world on. We transport, convert, automate and optimize energy to ensure we provide safe, efficient and reliable electrical power. Uniting all the resources and scale of the world’s first digital industrial company, we connect brilliant machines, grids, and systems to power utility, oil & gas, marine, mining and renewables customers, that keep our world running. www.GEEnergyConnections.com

GE’s Power Conversion business applies the science and systems of power conversion to help drive the electrification of the world’s energy infrastructure by designing and delivering advanced motor, drive and control technologies that evolve today’s industrial processes for a cleaner, more productive future. Serving specialized sectors such as energy, marine, oil and gas, renewables and industry, through customized solutions and advanced technologies, GE Power Conversion partners with customers to maximize efficiency. To learn more, please visit: www.gepowerconversion.com.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.