Thermal Expert Transformers

Location: Stafford, Monchengladbach, Oberentfelden, Villeurbanne

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova’s manufacturers power transformers in wide range of voltage levels with applications in generation, transmission and distribution. GE Vernova offers a wide variety of power transformers from medium to ultra-high voltage (1200 kV AC and ±1100 kV DC) and from small (5 MVA) to very large power ratings (2750 MVA).

Our product lines include conventional, special transmission such as phase-shifting, SVC, HVDC, low maintenance and reactors, as well as green power transformers. GE Vernova’s power transformers provide exceptional performance, quality and reliability

We are seeking highly skilled and experienced Thermal Expert for transformers to join our global Technology team. If you have a passion for thermal modeling, driving global engineering standards, and supporting the next generation of power transformer technology, we want to hear from you.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Tool Development and Maintenance: Support the development and maintenance of thermal calculation tools; collaborate with developers to specify requirements, support implementation, and verify results.
• Global Technical Leadership: Drive thermal solutions for transformers on a global GE Vernova level and guide engineering teams on solving complex thermal aspects of transformer design using CFD, FEM and analytical solutions.
• Supplier Collaboration: Collaborate with external partners to drive innovation and technical excellence in transformer thermal design.
• Standards and Documentation: Provide comprehensive documentation and specifications for thermal solutions; drive the adaptation and improvement of thermal related technical standards. Collaborate with the Technology team to contribute to internal and external technical standards (e.g., IEC, CIGRE, IEEE).
• Factory and User Support: Support factories and end-users by handling technical tickets and conducting regular meetings to understand needs and pain points.
• Training and Mentorship: Prepare training materials and lead training sessions for end-users to ensure high-quality implementation of thermal solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Maintain existing thermal documentation and proactively drive improvements and changes to existing solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or a related thermal design discipline). Master or PhD an advantage.
• Solid and relevant professional experience, preferably with power transformers.

Desired Characteristics:

• Proven experience in modeling thermal phenomena and knowledge of thermal simulation methods.
• Experience in preparing technical documentation, including technical drawings.
• Active member of CIGRE, IEC or IEEE

Technical Skills:

• Deep understanding of the thermal domain within power engineering.
• Experience with CFD - ANSYS Fluent, OpenFoam or similar
• Knowledge of C#, .NET framework, MS SQL and Git.
• Solid knowledge of Office 365 tools, with high proficiency in Excel, Word, and Teams.

Communication & Leadership:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of German and French is a distinct advantage.
• Experience working in cross-functional groups to achieve common targets.
• Experience in R&D project management
• Ability to plan and execute tasks in a timely manner while maintaining high quality.

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