Lead System Integration Engineer

GE Vernova

  • Rugby, Warwickshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Description Summary GE Vernova’s Power Conversion & Storage business, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers’ power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world’s major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.Job DescriptionABOUT THE ROLEAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, talented, and experienced Systems Engineer to join GE Vernova Power Conversion’s Lead Engineering team.We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Lead Systems Integration Engineer to spearhead the integration of rotating electrical machines and their control systems within a major UK Naval project, while leading a dedicated integration team.This role requires a strong leadership capability, technical expertise in an engineering discipline, and the ability to derive top-level requirements down to sub-system components, ensuring seamless interface management and system integration.The Lead Systems Integration Engineer will report directly to the Systems Lead Engineering Manager.Team Leadership and Management:
  • Lead and manage a team of system engineers focused on the integration of a rotating electrical machine solution and its associated control systems.
  • Foster a collaborative environment, promoting skill development and effective teamwork.
Integration of a Rotating Electrical Machine Solution:
  • Oversee the integration of rotating electrical machinery with its ancillary equipment and associated control systems within a Naval platform.
  • Develop and implement strategies to ensure optimal system performance and compatibility.
Interface Management:Plan and progress all engineering integration related activities for the project, inclusive of communication to team members.
  • Manage and coordinate interfaces between different subsystems and components, ensuring smooth integration and interoperability.
  • Address and resolve interface issues promptly to maintain project timelines.
Requirements Derivation:
  • Derive top-level requirements and translate them into detailed specifications for sub-system components and manage their traceability.
  • Ensure all requirements are aligned with project goals and operational needs.
Technical Expertise:
  • Apply engineering principles to address integration challenges related to rotating machines and their control systems.
  • Coordinate system analysis and support verification and validation activities.
Collaboration and Communication:
  • Coordinate with project managers, the project engineering manager, project engineers, and stakeholders to facilitate integration activities.
  • Communicate technical progress and findings to internal teams and external stakeholders effectively.
Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain detailed documentation of integration processes, V&V results, and system configurations.
  • Ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements in all activities.
Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify and implement opportunities for enhancing integration processes and systems.
  • Monitor, control and manage engineering budgets and change control system.
  • Lead and manage project integration technical risks.
  • Liaise with external stakeholders, partners, sub-contractors and suppliers as appropriate to support the project integration.
  • Maintain engineering quality control system for the project and support APQP deliverables.
Qualifications/Requirements
  • Minimum of a Degree or equivalent in engineering or higher, Masters or PhD in relevant field.
  • Extant Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), or the ability to obtain BPSS is required for this role.
  • Proficient with software simulation & design tools, MATLAB, Simulink essential. eTAP desirable.
  • Extensive experience in systems integration, particularly in rotating electrical machines and control systems within the naval or maritime industry.
  • Proven leadership skills with experience managing engineering teams.
  • Understanding of motor and generator technologies, control system design, and interface management.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects concurrently.
You can expect from us
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Attractive compensation package.
  • Flexible benefits you can personalise.
  • Company pension contribution; income protection; private health insurance; life assurance, healthy lifestyle account.
  • 34 days’ vacation including national holidays.
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No

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