Hybrid Electric Systems Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Hybrid Electric System Engineer will report to the Hybrid Electric Systems Manager within the GE Evendale Advanced Technologies Organization. The engineer will be responsible for hybrid electric system design, optimization and development, allowing for safe function of ground and flight test technology demonstrator vehicles.

This engineer will work along with the HE (hybrid electric) Module Leader and HE-TMS leader to determine system design, control and performance needs and methodologies.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

•Partner with mechanical, electrical and thermal, controls and software, manufacture and test teams to advance the development of electrical systems.

•Develop and conduct experimental tests and evaluate results, including electrical performance of components and system integration test, environmental tests and electromagnetic compliance (EMC) test. Conduct analysis to support these tests. Support verification and validation activities associated with tests and analysis.

•Use Design and Process FMEAs to inform system design, control needs, control methodologies and interface requirements between components and functions.

•Develop forward looking control system architecture to support future airframe integrated product configurations using MBSE as a tool to build, maintain, and propagate descriptive system models

•Define product Hybrid electric system architecture, relevant trade studies, requirements structure, and functional system requirements. Translate product requirements and vision to demonstration needs and tests.

•Convey lessons learned from further developed demo programs to nascent demos and product programs

•Interpret internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services. Utilizes understanding of industry trends to inform decision making process.

•Interact with adjacent functions needed to solve issues. Has the ability to evaluate quality of information received and questions conflicting data for analysis. Uses multiple internal and external resources outside of own function to help arrive at a decision.

•Lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity. Present business or technical discipline solutions to leaders. Communicate complex messages and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view. Influence peers to take action and may negotiate with external partners, vendors, or customers.

Required Qualifications

• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires significant experience in the Engineering/Technology & Systems Engineering. Knowledge level is comparable to a Master's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
• For roles in USA - Master's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.

Note:

To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years’ experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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: No