Job Description

Summary
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Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition
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Lead Mechanical Design Engineer as part of the Design Engineering team you will report to the Valve Converter Design Engineering Team Leader within the HVDC Valve Converter Engineering function.


The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated, and dynamic team of engineers working on the delivery and application engineering of existing and new power electronics applications for power systems, particularly for HVDC converters and the forthcoming "HVDC Grid".

Roles and Responsibilities

• Mechanical development of power electronic converter valves converter for HVDC.
• Application of specifications into key components such as structural steel and composites to capture and translate design intent to stakeholders.
• Support industrialisation, site, pre-commissioning.
• Issue, review and approve drawings.
• Issue, review and approve design documentation.
• Carry out validation and contribute to reporting of tests.
• Innovation of new technical ideas for patent applications.
• Integration with other engineering departments for product development and project teams.
• Industrialisation of the validated design by interacting with stakeholders.
• Actively broadening and deepening HVDC knowledge and sharing specialised expertise to other engineers of any level.
• Strict adherence to standards and legislation.
• Promotion and adherence to EHS policies within the team.
• Occasional global travel for product validations and supply chain integration + site support.

The Person


The position requires general engineering expertise, a good level of technical understanding of mechanical design in general.


In addition to relevant experience, candidates must be proficient with 3D CAD tools, preferably Creo 4.0 or over and Windchill PDMlink, familiarity with Creo Simulate is beneficial. Additionally, they should demonstrate an ability to think innovatively and apply engineering knowledge across different disciplines.


An enquiring mind and desire to learn new skills, an ability to apply different engineering disciplines and a willingness to share the knowledge are essential qualities. Ideally, the candidate will have a good track record of leading technical work packages to deliver products on time and according to the scope.

Required qualifications and skills

• Mechanical design to external standards (e.g. BSI, ISO, IEC, EN...).
• Industrialisation of the validated design by interacting with S&P, global supply chain and manufacturing.
• Detail manufacturing drawings and drawings templates.
• Requirements capture.
• Specification & report writing such as technical note.
• EHS compliance ability.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Desired characteristics and skills

• Prior experience of the design of electrical transmission equipment or power electronics equipment.
• Understanding of intellectual property and the patent process experience.
• Site experience on installation, pre-commissioning and maintenance.
• Ability to coordinate and lead a small group of engineers.
• Evidence of sharing knowledge and experience.
• Electrical experience or understanding of electrical principals.
• Understanding of DFMEA & PFMEA.
• Ability to work to deadlines with high quality.
• Good technical communication.
• Teaming ability
• Precise documentation. Overall, attention to details.


The North Europe Grid System Integration (GSI) team delivers a wide range of turnkey high voltage AC and DC transmission projects to its Customers in the UK, Ireland, and Scandinavia.





Grid Solutions, a GE Vernova business, serves customers globally with over 20,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. Grid Solutions is focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

About GE Grid Solutions:


At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:


A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements


Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information
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Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes