Power Electronics Research Engineer Jobs

Research Engineer - Power Electronics

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, EMI filter design for converters application. You will contribute to the development of advanced power conversion concepts as well as their implementation for application to power generation, transmission, and distribution applications.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Participating with multi-disciplinary teams in the development of new power technologies and capabilities for GE's next generation product platforms
• 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 with conducting power electronics research through model simulation and design of power electronic circuits and controls.
• 3+ years developing and test 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.
• Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to have a current or active Secret Clearance with an 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.