Lead Electrical Systems Engineer (North Sydney Council)

Summary At GE Vernova, we are building a more sustainable and reliable energy future. We are looking for a Lead Electrical Systems Engineer to join our global engineering organisation, supporting world class power conversion, automation, and control solutions. In this role, you will provide technical leadership on complex projects within the Power Conversion and Storage business, working closely with project teams, customers, and global engineering partners. You will play a key role in ensuring designs meet customer, safety, regulatory, budget, and schedule requirements—while also helping improve engineering processes and systems. This role is well suited to someone with experience in rail, power, utilities, or energy storage, who enjoys solving complex problems and collaborating across disciplines and geographies. Essential Responsibilities
- Lead systems and project engineering activities across power conversion and electrical systems projects
- Develop and review designs, specifications, and documentation for electrical systems, including generators, transformers, switchboards, converters, motors, energy storage, and cabling
- Ensure engineering outputs comply with health, safety, regulatory, and industry standards
- Act as the technical focal point, coordinating with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors
- Review electrical schematics and technical documentation for compliance and functionality
- Provide technical input to project planning, delivery, and customer solutions
- Support tendering and sales activities by providing engineering expertise
- Participate in design reviews, engineering forums, and organisational improvement initiatives
- Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering tools, processes, and systems What You Bring
- A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation Engineering from a national or internationally recognised university; a diploma coupled with relevant electrical and industry experience is also considered
- 7–10 years of experience in systems or electrical engineering within rail, power, utilities, or energy sectors
- Strong technical knowledge of power conversion and electrical systems across design, manufacturing, field engineering, or equipment lifecycle support
- Ability to read, write, and review technical specifications and engineering documentation
- Experience with systems engineering and assurance activities such as Safety in Design, HAZOP, FMECA, RAM, and Human Factors is advantageous, but not mandatory
- Experience interpreting power system studies and design outputs, including SLDs, protection coordination, load flow, fault studies, harmonics, EMC, and cable sizing is advantageous, but not mandatory
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work with diverse internal and external stakeholders
- Customer‑focused mindset with commercial awareness
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required Nice to Have
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic project environment
- Experience working in matrix organisations and with international teams Perks
- Relocation assistance: No Equal Opportunity Employer GE Vernova is an equal opportunity employer. Be part of an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rqrdu