Lead Engineer – Electrical Component

GE Vernova

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

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeNoida • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in EHV/HV Substation Design, including project engineering, system design, and compliance with IEEE/IEC standards. Capable of leading projects, coordinating teams, and providing technical consultations to meet client needs and industry regulations.

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EHV/HV Substation DesignProject EngineeringIEEE/IEC CompliancePower System ComponentsTechnical Consultation

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Hard Skills

System DesignProject Engineering ActivitiesEarthing CalculationsCable SizingBattery SizingShort Circuit Force CalculationsBus-Bar SizingSingle Line DiagramsDistribution SystemsAuxiliary Systems

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaborative WorkTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

CANECOETAPCDGES3D Design Tools

Industry Keywords

EHVHVAISGISPower System ComponentsRenewable Energy IntegrationSafety in DesignEHS AspectsGrid Interconnected ProjectsFACTS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support sales and business development by providing technical expertise in electrification solutions for EHV/HV substations
Design systems, select materials, estimate quantities, and perform project engineering activities
Conduct customer technical consultations
Ensure proposed solutions meet customer needs, industry standards, safety regulations, quality requirements, and cost-efficiency objectives
Execute work with associated workgroups to meet assigned objectives
Make decisions within defined parameters and resolve moderately complex issues through immediate action or short-term planning
Coordinate with GSI Global Engineering Centre, GSI Regions, and Business Lines according to project requirements
Prepare basic Single Line Diagrams, layout plans and sections, equipment control room layouts, earthing layouts, DSLP layouts, and trench layouts
Perform earthing, lightning, cable sizing, battery sizing, illumination system, sag tension, short circuit force, and bus-bar sizing calculations according to IEEE/IEC
Select and size project equipment according to IEEE/IEC
Prepare distribution and auxiliary systems
Evaluate vendor drawings, GTPs, calculations, and technical specifications
Perform LV/MV engineering for collector substations, unit substations, and pooling stations
Prepare ITO/tender drawings, estimate BOQs, finalize RFQs, evaluate components, and select equipment with optimal pricing
Coordinate and integrate with Automation, Civil, and MEP teams
Coordinate site and office teams for project execution
Lead projects independently, handle clients, and develop teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree/ Diploma in electrical engineering or related field, from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 12+ years of experience with Degree or 15+ years with Diploma in EHV/ HV AIS & GIS Substation design
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, with the ability to balance technical requirements and business needs
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with clients
Ability to guide/groom team and execute project in line with client/project requirement
Ability to expand the competency domain, being able to take new learning challenges
Flexible for travel globally
Know-how of IEEE / IEC codes, safety in design/EHS aspects, AC substation industry engineering practices
HV (Primary) designs for 132 kV and above GIS/AIS Substation Engineering for Grid Interconnected Projects
Experience with FACTS project engineering, such as STATCOM, FSC, or Synchronous Condenser (optional)
Experience with HVDC/FACTS integrated project applications (optional)
Competency with specialized tools like CANECO, ETAP, CDGES or equivalent (optional)
Working experience with 3D Design Tools (optional)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes