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FACTS Lead Physical Designer

GE Vernova
Saratoga, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/15/2026
Job Description Summary

As a member of this world class team, the Lead Physical Designer will be responsible for all aspects of design for Flexible AC (Alternating Current) Transmission System (FACTS) projects. In this role, you will be working within the engineering design team to ensure all project design documentation is delivered on time, on budget and with excellent quality. This includes physical drawings for fixed series capacitors (FSC) and synchronous condenser (SC) solutions within GE’s Flexible AC Transmission Systems Americas portfolio.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for 3D design of custom equipment design solutions, including physical plan, elevations, section detail views, required custom views for FACTS solutions for orders and proposals.
  • Develop Bills of Material for all designs, ensure consistency and quality throughout design process.
  • Coordinate with offshore design resources and the project team members on technical matters to meet project specifications, cost control and schedule objectives.
  • Interface with internal and external team members such as principal engineers, control engineers, civil engineers, electrical designers, project managers, engineering leaders and support organizations.
  • Facilitate the development and execute cost reduction programs that vary in scope and may include low-cost vendor selection, design improvements, process improvements, automation, and new product introduction.
  • Excellent personal computer skills, including proficiency with Excel and Word, Autodesk and Bentley Open Utilities 3D CAD platforms.
  • Support project quality procedures and initiatives including aspects of ISO9001.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university or college with 5 years' experience; or associate's degree with 10 years of experience in the specific field of engineering design.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% as required, which may include remote locations and international travel, and be willing to comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Requirements

  • Ability to develop and implement standards and structured programs.
  • Experience specifying equipment for use in projects for the utility industry.
  • Knowledge of and experience using IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NEC, and NESC standards and codes, and ability to design packages when no clear customer specification is provided.
  • Superior communication in the English language and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to lead amongst peers and be accountable for team results in order to deliver a high-quality product on time and under budget.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $88,600.00 and $147,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on December 17, 2025.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Salary : $88,600 - $147,600

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