Regional Controls Application Engineer at GE - General Electric

Job Description

• This position involves preparing Conversion, Modification & Uprate (CM&U) technical proposals (including research, technical description, performance, emissions and cost definition), supporting engineering deliverables and engaging in the solution of Control system field issues.
• In this role as a control Application Engineer, you will utilize conceptual thinking and the ability to quickly determine applicability of GE technology to support the growing market in the MEA region.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science or Electrical engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of Controls engineering experience
• Minimum of 8 years of Controls gas turbine, steam turbine and generator product knowledge
• Hands-on experience on MKV, MKVI, MKVIe and other GE power generation controls equipment
• Must have valid authorization to work full-time without any restriction in the role’s location
• A valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate will be required (please indicate clearly on your resume) Nigerians Only.
• Provide engineering leadership and have responsibility for all technical aspects of assessing each opportunity upfront for feasibility.
• Identify risk areas and address technical issues inherent with retrofitting GE gas equipment.
• Review customer specifications and ensure offering satisfies requirements and identify exceptions and/or clarifications.
• Coordinate with customers, GE regional and headquarters sales and operations support, EED components, and key Core Power Services organizations to ensure the Controls CM&U proposal is compatible with the unit, the customer needs, GE design standards and established quoting limits.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations at customer meetings and conferences.
• Promote and contribute to business programs (cost reduction, continuous improvement, workout, business teams, etc.).
• Lead system level / fleet wide proposal activities.
• Review and own proposal related metrics.