Lead Engineer - Systems Engineering jobs in Chennai at GE Power

Role Summary:Lead role on design engineering and coordination/key technical interface to customer and vendors in execution of Industry/Marine/O&G/Power Projects. Lead system engineer is responsible for the execution of projects in time, quality and budget for projects mainly based on Variable Speed Drive (VSD).

Essential Responsibilities

Support Business Verticals in creating and reviewing (in conjunction with the leadership team) systems solutions as part of the OTR process, ensuring that solutions are technically fit for purpose and that technical risk is understood and managed with contingencies identified
Lead project execution - Analyze customer's contract, prepare specifications to vendors and internal stake holders
Basic and Detailed engineering for variable speed drive system including transformer, MV/LV VSD, motor, MV/LV switchgear, cabling
Prepare technical documentation as per contractual requirements, vendor documentation review
Identify technical risks and put in place the mitigation plan
Review solutions developed and identify opportunities for improvement of process, system, or equipment
Ensure strict compliance with all company and customer’s EHS policies and procedures
Identify and propose improvements in processes, tools, system solutions and technologies, rolling out improvements when agreed with leadership team
Foster relationship with other GE business entities to maximize the benefits of synergies
Liaise with Platform Engineering, Technology and Value Engineering, and Supply Chain as appropriate to support the project and the business
Liaise with other GE businesses, platform verticals, supply chain, sub-contractors and suppliers as appropriate to support the project and the business
Drive lean mind set to provide optimum technical solutions for the projects

Qualifications/Requirements

Masters / Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical engineering from reputed College/University
Electrical system engineering experience in Industry / Marine / O&G / Power sectors
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in engineering design, application, testing or commissioning of systems based on VSD, Transformer, Motor, Switchgear
Experience of system integration working on multi-discipline projects
Knowledge and application of International Standards
Ability to adapt and multitask with project/application engineers
Analytical and innovative approach in problem solving
Proficiency in MS Office applications
PLM, Primavera experience are added advantage

Desired Characteristics

Lead a team in matrix environment for successful execution of project
Willingness to learn with passion
Be self-motivated, creative and a team player, with ability to come up with unique solutions to complex problems
Capable of working with multi-disciplined international team with good personal organization skills
Ability to multi-task on a variety of projects to strict time scales
Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills
Quickly identify best practices and apply them within the team
Strong prioritizing and time management skills
Willing to travel on short notice within base country and overseas for short/long term assignments
Willing to work extended hours during the week, at weekends/holidays at critical times
Proficiency in French/ German language will be an added advantage

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