Lead Engineer – Electrical

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

LV/MV Drive Engineering – Design and development of LV/MV Drives

Understand product / project specifications and convert the specification into electrical schematic

Proficient in Electrical component specification, sizing, selection and analysis

Proficient in preparing SLD, Schematics, GA, BOM and reports

Knowledge in PLM and Bill of Material preparation

Design and execution of Engineering work packages with focus on quality, costs, schedule and resources

Coordination of work packages within a team and global stakeholders

Maintain ownership of all engineering work packages associated with specific projects.

Knowledge in Electrical design tool Eplan, Auto CAD– preferred

Thorough understanding of Global Electrical Codes (IEC, UL, NEC, NFPA)

Analytical and innovative approach in problem solving

Collaborate with other GE PC businesses to understand GE Power Conversion technologies and how to apply them

Ensure projects are completed within schedule and budget.

Design system/equipment to meet reliability, testing standards, manufacturability, material and cost guidelines

Verify functional performance of prototype hardware under all specified operating conditions.

Support Manufacturing of equipment at Factory / Vendor facility

Document functional test requirements and conduct test according to applicable standards (UL/IEC etc.…) /conduct project FAT’s.

Coordinate with System Engineer and Program / Product / Project manager execution on a continuous basis.

Willing to travel on short notice within base country and overseas for short/long term assignments

Qualifications / Requirements:

Masters / Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical engineering from reputed College/University

Min. 10+ years in Electrical design and study experience in Industry / marine / O&G / Power sectors

Preferred experience/knowledge in Electrical design / Simulation tools like AUTOCAD / E-Plan

Knowledge and application of International Standards.

Ability to adapt and multitask with project/application engineers

PLM, Primavera experience are added advantage

Desired Characteristics

Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills

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

Self-Starter, demonstrate ability to work effectively within and between teams and as Individual

Ability to energize teams and perceives change as an opportunity

Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse and highly matrix environment.

Willing to work extended hours during the week, at weekends/holidays at critical times

Proficiency in French/German language will be an added advantage