The Project Engineering Manager leads the multi-discipline technical project team and contractors while coordinating with vendors and professional customer interface.
Lead and coordinate all technical aspects of AC power substation projects.
Serve as the primary technical lead, responsible for scheduling, compliance to standards and specifications, value engineering, design review planning, and ensuring quality assurance and control.
Develop and oversee key design deliverables, including: Power single-line diagrams, General substation arrangement drawings, High-voltage bus, structures, equipment, and wiring arrangements.
Accountable for directing and supporting engineers and designers to meet technical specifications, budget constraints, and project timelines.
Drive cross-discipline coordination to deliver fully integrated substation solutions.
Review and contribute to ITO (Inquiry-to-Order) process deliverables, including conceptual engineering and proposal documentation.
Lead preparation of high-voltage equipment specifications and contractor work scopes; support vendor engagement and equipment selection.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited university
Minimum of 12 years of experience in industrial or utility High Voltage (+138kV) substation design, or a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with +10 years of relevant experience
Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% (including international), in compliance with company travel and tax policies
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the U.S. in good standing with ability to get licensure in other states.
Experience with EHV substation design standards
Proven expertise in: Transmission & Distribution substation engineering (utility and renewable energy)
Primary (outdoor) substation design, calculations, and electrical protection
Industrial power system design (12.5 kV and above)
Proficient in key design calculations including: Battery sizing, DC system design and AC auxiliary power
Power transformer and circuit breaker selection
Conductor sizing and application
Grounding, lightning protection, and insulation coordination
Knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and NESC standards; able to develop complete engineering packages in the absence of detailed customer specifications
Field-testing and commissioning experience, with strong emphasis on safety
Strong troubleshooting skills—both electrical and mechanical
Excellent customer-facing communication and commercial awareness (e.g., change orders, project delivery)
Proficiency in AutoCAD/MicroStation and design automation tools

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off

Senior Electrical Substation Project Engineering Manager

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