Research Engineer - Power Electronics "CLEARANCE REQUIRED" in , us

Job Description Summary

As a Power Electronics Research Engineer in Vernova R&D organization, you will be involved in the development of new power electronics concepts. Your work will include power electronics system modeling and simulation, design and testing of power converters and converter submodules, testing and characterization of power electronics devices, and EMI filter design for converter applications. You will contribute to the development of advanced power conversion concepts as well as their implementation for application to power, transmission, and distribution applications.

Essential Responsibilities

• As part of a multi‑disciplinary team, you will contribute to the planning, development, and transition of technologies from concept to products and/or services for GE internal and external clients.
• Participate with multi‑disciplinary teams in the development of new power technologies and capabilities for GE's next product platforms.
• Bring innovation in the power electronics space.
• Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations that describe analyses and solutions.
• Connect the organization to the latest technological developments and trends in industry.
• Contribute to proposal efforts for GE businesses as well as government agencies.

Qualifications / Requirements

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field with experience developing power electronics and controls, OR a Master’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience developing power electronics and controls.
• 3+ years of experience conducting power electronics research through model simulation and design of power electronic circuits and controls.
• 3+ years developing and testing power converters and devices.
• 3+ years developing and testing control solutions for power converters and devices.

Desired Characteristics

• Familiarity with DC grid concepts, including medium and high voltage DC.
• Familiarity with energy storage.
• Familiarity with microgrids and grid integration of renewables.

Eligibility Requirements

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• This role requires a current or active Secret Clearance with the ability to attain a Top‑Secret Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
• This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export‑controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Benefits

Pay range: $89,300.00 to $148,700.00. Geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas may apply. Bonus eligibility: ineligible.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a health coach; a 24/7 nurse‑based resource; and an employee assistance program offering confidential counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with company matching contributions and other retirement contributions. Additional benefits: tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

Relocation assistance is provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.