Lead Electrical Engineer

GE Vernova · Chennai

  • Experience10–11 yrs
  • SalaryNot disclosed
  • Work modeunknown
  • Levelexecutive
  • Posted19 Sept 2026
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About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is hiring in Chennai in energy utilities. This role looks for around 10+ years of experience.

Skills

  • Low- and Medium-Voltage Drive Engineering
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Electrical Component Sizing and Selection
  • Single-Line Diagrams
  • Bill of Materials
  • IEC
  • UL
  • NEC
  • NFPA

The role

An electrical engineer works in industrial power equipment manufacturing, designing and developing low- and medium-voltage drives. They translate project specifications into electrical schematics, size and select components, prepare single-line diagrams and bills of materials, and execute engineering work packages using EPLAN and AutoCAD. Their defining skills are low- and medium-voltage drive engineering, electrical schematics, and EPLAN, supported by AutoCAD, PLM, Primavera, IEC, UL, NEC, NFPA, and French or German.

Full job description

Job Description Summary

Product Design/Requisition Engineering of Drives products - Electrical

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

LV/MV Drive Engineering – Design and development of LV/MV DrivesUnderstand product / project specifications and convert the specification into electrical schematicProficient in Electrical component specification, sizing, selection and analysisProficient in preparing SLD, Schematics, GA, BOM and reportsKnowledge in PLM and Bill of Material preparationDesign and execution of Engineering work packages with focus on quality, costs, schedule and resourcesCoordination of work packages within a team and global stakeholdersMaintain ownership of all engineering work packages associated with specific projects.Knowledge in Electrical design tool Eplan, Auto CAD– preferredThorough understanding of Global Electrical Codes (IEC, UL, NEC, NFPA)Analytical and innovative approach in problem solvingCollaborate with other GE PC businesses to understand GE Power Conversion technologies and how to apply themEnsure projects are completed within schedule and budget.Design system/equipment to meet reliability, testing standards, manufacturability, material and cost guidelinesVerify functional performance of prototype hardware under all specified operating conditions.Support Manufacturing of equipment at Factory / Vendor facilityDocument functional test requirements and conduct test according to applicable standards (UL/IEC etc.…) /conduct project FAT’s.Coordinate with System Engineer and Program / Product / Project manager execution on a continuous basis.Willing to travel on short notice within base country and overseas for short/long term assignmentsQualifications / Requirements:Masters / Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical engineering from reputed College/UniversityMin. 10+ years in Electrical design and study experience in Industry / marine / O&G / Power sectorsPreferred experience/knowledge in Electrical design / Simulation tools like AUTOCAD / E-PlanKnowledge and application of International Standards.Ability to adapt and multitask with project/application engineersPLM, Primavera experience are added advantageDesired CharacteristicsDemonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skillsLead a team in matrix environment for successful execution of projectWillingness to learn with passionBe self-motivated, creative and a team player, with ability to come up with unique solutions to complex problemsCapable of working with multi-disciplined international team with good personal organization skillsSelf-Starter, demonstrate ability to work effectively within and between teams and as IndividualAbility to energize teams and perceives change as an opportunityAbility to work effectively in a culturally diverse and highly matrix environment.Willing to work extended hours during the week, at weekends/holidays at critical timesProficiency in French/German language will be an added advantage

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes