Lead Engineer – Electrical Component

GE Vernova

. Support sales and business development by providing technical expertise for electrification solutions for EHV/HV substations .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeHyderabad • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in EHV/HV AIS & GIS Substation Engineering, including system design, project engineering, and compliance with IEEE/IEC standards. Proven ability to lead projects, manage teams, and provide technical consultations while ensuring safety and quality requirements are met.

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EHV/HV AIS & GIS Substation EngineeringSystem Design and Project EngineeringIEEE/IEC ComplianceTechnical Consultation and Client ManagementTeam Leadership and Collaboration

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Hard Skills

System DesignMaterial SelectionQuantity EstimationEarthing CalculationsCable SizingShort-Circuit Force CalculationsBusbar SizingLV/MV EngineeringTender Drawings PreparationProject Equipment Selection

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical and Problem-Solving SkillsCollaborative TeamworkClient Relationship ManagementAdaptability to Learning Challenges

Tools & Technologies

CANECOETAPCDGES3D Design ToolsHVDC/FACTS Applications

Industry Keywords

Electrification SolutionsPower System ComponentsRenewable Energy IntegrationSafety RegulationsQuality RequirementsCost-Efficiency ObjectivesEHS AspectsGlobal Travel Flexibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support sales and business development by providing technical expertise for electrification solutions for EHV/HV substations
Perform system design, material selection, quantity estimation, and project engineering activities
Provide customer technical consultations
Ensure solutions meet customer needs, industry standards, safety regulations, quality requirements, and cost-efficiency objectives
Prepare basic single-line diagrams, layout plans and sections, earthing layouts, DSLP layouts, trench layouts, and related plant/control-room drawings
Perform earthing, lightning, cable sizing, illumination, sag-tension, short-circuit force, and busbar sizing calculations according to IEEE/IEC
Select and size project equipment and prepare distribution/auxiliary systems
Evaluate vendor drawings, GTPs, calculations, and technical specifications
Perform LV/MV engineering for collector, unit, and pooling substations
Prepare ITO/tender drawings, BOQ estimates, RFQs, and component evaluations
Coordinate and integrate with Automation, Civil, and MEP teams
Coordinate site and office teams for project execution
Coordinate with GSI Global Engineering Centre, regions, and business lines as required
Lead projects independently, handle clients, and guide/develop teams
Manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and design/implementation phases

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in electrical engineering or related field, from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 10+ years of experience with Degree or 15+ years with Diploma in EHV/HV AIS & GIS Substation Engineering
Good understanding of power system components (transformers, switchgear, protection systems) and renewable energy integration
Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance technical requirements and business needs
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with clients
Ability to guide/groom team and execute projects in line with client/project requirements
Ability to expand the competency domain and take on new learning challenges
Flexible for global travel
Know-how of IEEE/IEC codes, safety in design/EHS aspects, and AC substation engineering practices
Experience with EHV/HV AIS & GIS substation engineering
Optional: FACTS project engineering, HVDC/FACTS integrated project applications, CANECO, ETAP, CDGES or equivalent, and 3D design tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible for travel globally