Job Information
General Electric Power Electronics System Engineer in Dayton, Ohio
Job Description Summary
The Power Electronics System Engineer role is considered a lead role within the business and expected to be an individual with deep technical capability within power electronic circuits with a strong emphasis on applications. The successful candidate is expected to take ownership of power distribution product system specifications, software specifications, and emulator-based test setup to meet detailed customer requirements.
At GE Aviation in Dayton, OH the EPISCenter is the headquarters for all of Aviation Power Engineering. At this facility you have an opportunity to put your engineering training and skills to use. Our Engineers are focused and challenged on developing new technologies and delivering state of the art products such as Hybrid Electric aircraft, the latest military platforms, and SiC technology to name a few. Plus, if you like hands-on work, there is also a 155,000 sq ft lab that includes 6 high power test cells totaling 15 MW, an EMI chamber, an electronics lab, a rapid build prototype lab, and a real time simulator lab with all the latest equipment.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Analyze, design and develop power electronic circuits and components for Aviation industry products such as power distribution products
Maintain ownership of engineering artifacts associated with specific power distribution products including system specifications, control specifications, and control drawings.
Establish and maintain relationships with required external and internal interfaces to ensure that customer requirements are understood and being achieved
Understand and utilize the Hardware In the Loop (HIL) platform to facilitate the product testing
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or from an accredited university or college
A minimum of 3 years of experience in an engineering position
This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status.
Desired Characteristics
Master's degree from an accredited university with a focus in electrical engineering field
A minimum of 3 years of experience in power electronics/power conversion
Domain knowledge with semiconductor devices and their application to large power converters
Proficiency with MATLAB / Simulink / PLECS or equivalent simulation tools
Design experience with power supplies or frequency converters
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment
Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Life insurance and disability coverage
And more!
This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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: Yes