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Power Systems Engineering roles at utilities, grid operators, and energy companies qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan before your extension starts.
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Consulting Services, a part of GE Vernova, has offices in multiple countries and offers global clients (external & GE Vernova verticals) a wide range of solutions across the entire spectrum of power generation, delivery, and utilization. Consulting Services at GE Vernova is a team that has comprehensive global experience in power system studies including in-depth experience in analyzing shunt and series compensations including application of SVCs, FACTS, HVDC, synchronous condensers, STATCOMs, and power plant and transmission system dynamic controls. Our global team has professional experience with leading power system simulation and analysis software tools like Positive Sequence Load Flow (PSLF) software and Multi-Area Production Simulation (MAPS) software, as well as PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSCAD, EMTP, ASPEN, ETAP, other commercial application tools, and many specialized in-house tools. Our team also has deep experience with voltage control and reactive planning issues as well as the tools and procedures that are most effective in studying them. We perform detailed steady state, voltage and transient stability studies of regional transmission systems, generation interconnections, and renewable generation impacts, as well as specialized studies for sub-synchronous resonance, and torsional and control interactions.
ROLE SUMMARY/PURPOSE
As a member of the Consulting Services Grid Integration and Stability (GIS) practice area, the selected candidate will be an active contributor to the GE Vernova business initiatives related to power systems and power electronics equipment and services to support energy transition.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform technical analysis related to power electronic and power systems control of renewable generation, battery energy storage systems, large industrial drives, and FACTS.
- Support customers with power systems engineering expertise; including modeling, analysis, equipment design and specification, and failure mode analysis.
- Create, modify, and parametrize simulation models representing GE Vernova inverter-based resources (IBR) products like wind turbines, solar and battery storage.
- Evaluate grid code compliance and impact of renewable projects in bulk power systems.
- Support development of transmission and distribution connected IBR and distributed energy resource (DER) products for evolving codes and standards through participation in industry standards groups.
- Perform power system transient studies, and detailed equipment modeling using appropriate software tools.
- Develop technical understanding of electrical characteristics of GEV’s power electronic generation and transmission products and their integration to electrical grids.
- Effectively communicate results to both internal and external customers by preparing detailed written reports or presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and customer value propositions.
- Enhance industry knowledge and present technical content in regional forums and conferences; serve as a thought leader in industry activities.
- Actively participate in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are prized.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree in electrical engineering or electric power engineering or related field of study and minimum three (3) years of industry experience performing transient analysis using simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP and steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSAT.
- Three (3) years of industry experience with the use and application of common programming languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN).
- OR Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, electric power engineering, or related field of study – no industry experience is required with this qualification.
- Strong background in power system analysis.
- Solid understanding of inverter-based resources (control system) design and application considerations with experience developing user-defined models.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to travel for supporting project work, meeting team members, attending industry standard working group meetings and conferences (up to 10%).
- This position is eligible for remote work within the United States.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
- Advanced experience in creating and modifying dynamic user models in simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSAT and PSLF is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. ability to effectively communicate with all levels of GE Vernova and customer/plant staff).
- Advanced experience with steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and use of programming languages like C and C++ is a plus.
- Experience in electromagnetic transient simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP.
- Advanced experience with dynamic and time-domain simulation tools (e.g. FORTRAN programming of user-written models in PSCAD (“black box” models) and in EMTP as well as PSS/E, use of Python/MATLAB scripting to automate execution and analysis of multiple simulations).
- Demonstrated application of complex mathematics and engineering to real-world electric power system problems.
- IEEE/CIGRE published articles related to power systems engineering topics, participation in industry standards working groups.
- Experience with Data Center related studies is a plus.
- Project management experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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: No
LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: July 15, 2026
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 June 17, 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.
INTRODUCTION
Consulting Services, a part of GE Vernova, has offices in multiple countries and offers global clients (external & GE Vernova verticals) a wide range of solutions across the entire spectrum of power generation, delivery, and utilization. Consulting Services at GE Vernova is a team that has comprehensive global experience in power system studies including in-depth experience in analyzing shunt and series compensations including application of SVCs, FACTS, HVDC, synchronous condensers, STATCOMs, and power plant and transmission system dynamic controls. Our global team has professional experience with leading power system simulation and analysis software tools like Positive Sequence Load Flow (PSLF) software and Multi-Area Production Simulation (MAPS) software, as well as PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSCAD, EMTP, ASPEN, ETAP, other commercial application tools, and many specialized in-house tools. Our team also has deep experience with voltage control and reactive planning issues as well as the tools and procedures that are most effective in studying them. We perform detailed steady state, voltage and transient stability studies of regional transmission systems, generation interconnections, and renewable generation impacts, as well as specialized studies for sub-synchronous resonance, and torsional and control interactions.
ROLE SUMMARY/PURPOSE
As a member of the Consulting Services Grid Integration and Stability (GIS) practice area, the selected candidate will be an active contributor to the GE Vernova business initiatives related to power systems and power electronics equipment and services to support energy transition.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform technical analysis related to power electronic and power systems control of renewable generation, battery energy storage systems, large industrial drives, and FACTS.
- Support customers with power systems engineering expertise; including modeling, analysis, equipment design and specification, and failure mode analysis.
- Create, modify, and parametrize simulation models representing GE Vernova inverter-based resources (IBR) products like wind turbines, solar and battery storage.
- Evaluate grid code compliance and impact of renewable projects in bulk power systems.
- Support development of transmission and distribution connected IBR and distributed energy resource (DER) products for evolving codes and standards through participation in industry standards groups.
- Perform power system transient studies, and detailed equipment modeling using appropriate software tools.
- Develop technical understanding of electrical characteristics of GEV’s power electronic generation and transmission products and their integration to electrical grids.
- Effectively communicate results to both internal and external customers by preparing detailed written reports or presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and customer value propositions.
- Enhance industry knowledge and present technical content in regional forums and conferences; serve as a thought leader in industry activities.
- Actively participate in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are prized.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree in electrical engineering or electric power engineering or related field of study and minimum three (3) years of industry experience performing transient analysis using simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP and steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSAT.
- Three (3) years of industry experience with the use and application of common programming languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN).
- OR Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, electric power engineering, or related field of study – no industry experience is required with this qualification.
- Strong background in power system analysis.
- Solid understanding of inverter-based resources (control system) design and application considerations with experience developing user-defined models.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to travel for supporting project work, meeting team members, attending industry standard working group meetings and conferences (up to 10%).
- This position is eligible for remote work within the United States.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
- Advanced experience in creating and modifying dynamic user models in simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSAT and PSLF is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. ability to effectively communicate with all levels of GE Vernova and customer/plant staff).
- Advanced experience with steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and use of programming languages like C and C++ is a plus.
- Experience in electromagnetic transient simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP.
- Advanced experience with dynamic and time-domain simulation tools (e.g. FORTRAN programming of user-written models in PSCAD (“black box” models) and in EMTP as well as PSS/E, use of Python/MATLAB scripting to automate execution and analysis of multiple simulations).
- Demonstrated application of complex mathematics and engineering to real-world electric power system problems.
- IEEE/CIGRE published articles related to power systems engineering topics, participation in industry standards working groups.
- Experience with Data Center related studies is a plus.
- Project management experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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: No
LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: July 15, 2026
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 June 17, 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Power Systems Engineering
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM OPT eligible fields list maintained by USCIS. Electrical Engineering (14.1001) and related power-focused programs typically qualify, but confirm with your DSO before targeting roles.
Search OFLC Wage Search for grid employers
Run LCA filings by SOC code 17-2071 (Electrical Engineers) in the OFLC Wage Search to identify utilities, ISO/RTOs, and engineering firms that have filed for STEM-adjacent roles and understand the sponsorship process.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension can be approved. Confirm enrollment directly through the E-Verify employer search tool or ask the recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID during the offer stage.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Filter Power Systems Engineering jobs on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment and active STEM OPT hiring history, so you're not manually cross-referencing government databases before every application.
Submit your I-983 before your OPT end date
Your employer must sign the I-983 training plan and your DSO must recommend the extension in SEVIS before your current OPT expires. Build in at least 90 days for employer review, DSO processing, and USCIS adjudication time.
Align your training plan with grid engineering tasks
The I-983 must describe learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just job duties. Map deliverables like load flow analysis, protection coordination, or SCADA integration to specific coursework from your electrical or power systems program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Power Systems Engineering role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an eligible STEM field such as Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related program with a qualifying CIP code. The role itself doesn't trigger eligibility; your degree does. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO and verify it appears on the USCIS STEM OPT eligible fields list before your employer begins the I-983 process.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my power engineering employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before USCIS will approve your STEM OPT extension. Enrollment can't happen retroactively after you've started working. Ask during the offer process for the company's E-Verify employer ID or check enrollment through the E-Verify employer search. Utilities and large engineering firms are usually enrolled, but smaller project-based consultancies sometimes are not.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a power systems role?
The I-983 requires your employer to document specific learning goals tied to your STEM degree, not just a job description. For power systems roles, that means mapping tasks like relay protection design, grid modeling, or renewable integration studies to coursework from your electrical or power engineering program. Your employer's HR or engineering manager typically drafts it, and your DSO reviews it before submission to USCIS.
How does cap-gap protection affect me if I'm applying for H-1B from STEM OPT?
If you're on STEM OPT and your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your EAD expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year while USCIS adjudicates the petition. You don't need to file separately for cap-gap; it applies automatically once the H-1B petition is receipted. Your employer should file as early as possible to maximize this window.
Where can I find Power Systems Engineering jobs from employers who hire STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Power Systems Engineering roles filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history, so you can focus on opportunities where the infrastructure for your extension is already in place. You can also cross-reference LCA filings through the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 17-2071 to identify utilities and engineering firms with active sponsorship activity.