Electrical Substation Design Lead Engineer

• Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design drafting standards in developing electrical schematics for electrical power substations, including generation, distribution, and transmission systems.
• Design electrical schematics from project engineering team basic markups, ensuring precision and alignment with project requirements.
• Eventually serve as the primary technical contact for customers, ensuring project execution aligns with client specifications and expectations.
• Interpret and utilize client specifications and electrical diagrams to define solutions and execute point-to-point wiring.
• Design the installation of new equipment, such as relay racks, and collaborate with supply chain for material definition.
• Manage product lifecycle documentation using PLM tools and integration with design tools
• Coordinate with various departments, including manufacturing, services, and tendering, to ensure project success.
• Manage and coordinate suppliers, engineers, and global teams, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration within the project.
• Identify and address technical gaps among project teams, providing guidance and support to ensure technical alignment and project success.
• Ensure on-time delivery, project operation, margin improvement, and customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement and support the operations department’s development across the region.
• Support the commercial team by providing feedback to optimize project costs and delivery timelines.
• Follow compliance policies and promote open reporting.

• Qualifications/Requirements:

• Advanced proficiency in EPLAN design
• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• Extensive familiarity with electrical schematics, designs, and symbols.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage design teams effectively, including suppliers and global teams.
• Ability to design electrical schematics from basic markups.
• Fluent in English and Spanish; additional languages such as French, Italian, or Portuguese are valued.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

• Desired Characteristics:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in electrical power substation design
• Experience in technical negotiation to align solutions with design standards.
• Initiative, attention to detail, and a strong motivation to learn.
• Immediate availability for incorporation.

GE Vernova