Senior Structural Engineer (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

Job Description Summary The Senior Civil/Structural Engineer will work on GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions team, supporting large & complex projects like HVDC, but will support other Grid Solution projects as needed including high voltage substations and FACTS. The Civil/Structural Engineer is accountable for the entire civil and construction scope, schedule, and budget throughout project execution, acting under the direction of the PM and project Lead Engineer.

Within a given project, the Civil/Structural Engineer leads the entire civil scope. This includes preparing project scope, identifying risks and opportunities, setting the design schedule, estimating design and construction budgets, managing civil design and construction subcontractors, ensuring quality control and timeliness of deliverables. The Civil/Structural Engineer ensures that Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Costs comply with contractual obligations, company policy, and country & local regulations. As a discipline lead, the engineer must support schedule updates, direct customer interface, and leading subcontracted civil design.

Job Description About Us At GE Vernova Grid Solutions, we electrify the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space, our goal is to accelerate the transition to a cleaner, more energy efficient grid by integrating renewables and deploying cleaner technologies to fulfill the needs of tomorrow.

At GE Vernova Grid Solutions, we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Vernova Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why We Come to Work At GE Vernova, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the green energy transition.

Essential Responsibilities: The Senior Civil/Structural Engineer is responsible for the entirety of the civil scope, from the concepts developed during project proposals, through detail design, till the end of construction and project closeout with all documentation delivered complete and in good quality. The civil scope for HVDC projects includes earthwork, underground utilities and stormwater, foundations, site development works, building design (including structural and architectural), and aspects of building systems (HVAC and fire, etc.). Most detailed design work is subcontracted rather than performed in-house, the Senior Structural Engineer manages that design work. This position requires that the engineer have expertise with structural design, specifically industrial multi-story steel building design.  HVDC converter buildings have large equipment loads and require large spans of open areas. Support the Application Engineer & Tendering team with conceptual designs, estimating, and preparation of tender documents related to civil scope. By working closely with the Project Director and Sourcing Specialist, support the definition of contracting strategy (sub-contract / partner) and its development with the intent to locate accurate and competitive market pricing for the civil design and construction scope.  Develop a technical scope of work with a detailed & clear division of responsibility and schedule. Assist in establishing accurate cost estimates for construction scope. Perform technical analysis of subcontractors/ consortium partners to support sourcing negotiation. Ensure efficient development of the civil design concept by understanding the customer scope and vision, permitting requirements, local jurisdiction codes and laws.  Coordinate and apply feedback from constructability reviews to optimize the design. Together with Site Management, manage the civil construction scope and coordination with civil subcontractors and/or consortium partners. Ensure the consistent application of the defined contracting strategy, tracking and documenting all changes to the civil scope, schedule and/or budgets. Ensure the timely definition and issuance of sub-contracts with EHS, Quality, Planning, Contract Management & Sourcing support. With site management, ensure integration of Customer EHS requirements in project specific EHS procedure with EHS Lead support. Manage risks and opportunities related to civil design and construction activities. Review and approval civil design and construction cost deviations while being accountable for overruns. Lead the Structural design team to timely provide the necessary data required for preparation of site works (specs, designs, BOQ, material lists, etc.) ensuring that all documentation is tracked and transmitted to the proper stakeholders via the appointed documentation management systems. Ensure the team has the right level of know-how and competency to perform their responsibilities through coaching and development. As the senior civil engineer, you will mentor and train others. Demonstrate EHS leadership and ensure STOP WORK POLICY is implemented within the team. Participates in EHS & Quality Gemba walks and leads EHS improvement initiatives during site visits. Actively and routinely promotes the identification of hazards and near-misses to their teams. Comply with Quality Procedures.  Report or resolve any non-conformances and process in a timely manner. Accountable for engineering and business key performance indicators (KPIs) on assigned project. Support the placement of site procedures and timely engineering field support to ensure that site works are conducted to the satisfaction of the Customer, to the level of GE GSI standards.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. Professional Engineering License (PE) in the United States in Civil or Structural Engineering. At least 10 years of experience in engineering, procuring, and constructing (EPC) large capital High Voltage substations, FACTS, and HVDC projects from civil engineering perspective – understanding the basic principles of substation designs and how that drives the civil and structural designs.

Eligibility Requirements: Ability and willingness to travel up to 30% of the time to support projects, including occasional international travel. Must comply with GE travel regulations

Desired Characteristics: Structural design experience, including steel and concrete buildings and non-building structures, electrical substations, equipment support structures, deep and shallow foundations, building services, and site works. A strong understanding of civil design codes including but not limited to IBC, IEBC, ASCE, IEEE, ACI, AISC, etc. A good understanding of architectural, electrical, and mechanical design requirements. Proficiency with engineering design and analysis software including but not limited to Bentley Staad.Pro family, RISA family, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, BlueBeam, MathCAD or TEDDS, MS Excel, etc. Project Management Certification PMP Strong English verbal and written communication skills Experience in overseeing and managing civil design and construction subcontractors. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.  Ability to work in a team environment.  The Senior Civil Engineer must be creative, able to lead a team, and be accountable for team results to deliver high-quality products on time and under budget.  Able to work independently while multi-tasking.

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

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: August 21, 2026     For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 August 07, 2026.     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.