Lead Engineer-System Engineering

Job Description SummarySystems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of the customers with the goal of providing a quality product that meets the users needs.
Lead role on design engineering and coordination/key technical interface to customer and vendors in execution of projects based on Variable Speed Drive System (VSDS), responsible for the execution of projects in time, quality and budget.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Basic and Detailed engineering for VSDS based projects
• Equipment knowledge on MV motors, Transformers, Cables, MV Drives, MV Switchgears, Protection Relays
• System studies using ETAP and Matlab
• Sizing of Electrical Equipment (Cable Sizing, Transformer Sizing, UPS, Battery Sizing)
• Cable Routing Layout, Earthing Layout, Equipment Layout, Cable Schedule, IO list, Interconnection, Load List preparation
• 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
• 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 customers 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 / Bachelors / Diploma in Electrical from reputed College/University
• Minimum of 15 years experience in Project Engineering / Commissioning for projects based on VSDS for Industry /Marine / Oil & Gas / Power domains
• 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

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