Job Description Summary

Job Description

Do you want to design the power electronics that help keep electricity networks stable and support the global energy transition?

GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Design Engineer - Power Electronics to join our Electrification team based in Tampere, Finland.

GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World

With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. “GE” carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” signals Earth’s lush ecosystems, while “Nova” nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver.

Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.

Electrification

Our Electrification solutions modernize grids, enable renewable integration, and strengthen energy systems. From software to power conversion and storage, we help create smarter, more resilient energy networks.

Grid Solutions delivers reactive power compensators such as Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) and Static Var Compensators (SVC), on which we are the global Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Finland. These systems are used to control power system voltage and reactive power flow as well as to improve the power system stability and transmission system efficiency. Via our projects, you truly have a chance to make the world a better place by helping our global customers in saving vital energy and securing stable electricity distribution.

Let’s Talk about the Role

As Design Engineer - Power Electronics, you help design and develop reactive power compensation systems that improve grid stability, support efficient transmission, and deliver value to customers around the world.

You work on the electrical design and specification of power electronics valves for delivery projects, support testing and commissioning activities, and contribute to sales and sourcing discussions by preparing technical inputs and evaluating cooling system quotations. You also help ensure equipment performs as intended through factory and site testing, working with colleagues across engineering, supply chain, and project delivery.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute the electrical design and specification of power electronics valves of assigned delivery projects. Valves are based on thyristor and IGBT technologies.
• Once thoroughly trained to the subject, will participate in the Thyristor valve routine tests and type tests in co-operation with the valve lead engineer.
• Participate in project commissioning phase of power electronics valves, either remotely or locally at the substation.
• Support sales team in technical aspects related to power electronic valves and cooling systems.
• Prepare request for quotations (RFQs) and validate quotations of cooling systems in co-operation with sourcing team.
• Participate Cooling system FAT tests remotely or locally.

Desired characteristics

• You are a technically minded, collaborative engineer who enjoys working on practical solutions that make a real difference to power systems.The ability to design and specify power electronics equipment for delivery projects
• Technical Experience: Substantial experience in Electrical Component Engineering and power electronic
• The capability to contribute to testing, commissioning, and technical problem-solving during project delivery
• An understanding of electrical power engineering, reactive power compensation systems, and valve-based power electronics
• An understanding of water cooling systems and embedded systems is an advantage
• An expertise in electrical component engineering and power electronic.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English
• Finnish language skills are preferred
• A willingness to travel as needed to support project and testing activities

A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in power electronics or a related field are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Where and how you'll work

This is a permanent position based in our Tampere, Finland office.

Our Culture

Every action shapes our future. That’s why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve.

Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world. We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy.

Our technology helps generate approximately twenty-five percent of the world’s electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!

We're determined to be the best place to grow

We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We’re committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. No two careers are the same, and yours should reflect your personal and professional goals. Your people leader and trusted mentors will support you through navigating your journey.

We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.

Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.

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