Senior Infrastructure Architect

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova brings together GE's portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliablale, affordable and sustainable energy, while helping our customer power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security and improved quality of life. We have a need for a Senior Infrastructure Architect to join our team! The Sr Infrastructre Architect performs intermediate engineering assignments associated with the configuration of computer systems and related phases of company products or projects which contribute to meeting design specifictations.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

In this role you will:

• Designs and integrates computer system configurations in accordance with design criteria, security and performance objectives for defined systems.
• Responsible for implementation of system design within project schedule.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently.
• Perform complex intermediate to advanced functional tests of computer systems.
• Manage third-party software requirements for GE’s core products and knowledge of how to install and configure the required third-party software.
• Own third-party software configuration and network topology and configuration needed to comply with appropriate security standards.
• Network equipment configuration needed for proper functioning of GE Vernova core products, third-party software and the systems on which they reside.
• Main equipment vendor’s system specifications and configuration needed for the GE Vernova core products and third-party software residing on the systems.
• Perform system design and resolve implementation issues with lead engineer; implements the design within the allowed schedule with general supervision.
• Integrates computer & network hardware, operating system software, and third-party software. Helps configure network device functionality.
• Support a secure system lifecycle with system installation, configuration and patching in adherence with given security standards.
• Prepare system documentation, such as hardware design drawings, plans of system set-ups, cabling lists, project specific drawings and configuration reference manuals.
• Provide input to technical lead on schedules and cost estimates.
• Interfaces with customers on specific projects or technical issues.
• Provide limited marketing support for proposals and demonstrations to potential customers.
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
• May be required to work extended hours.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent degree or equivalent work experience
• Two (2) years experience with system infrastructure design and integration experience in comparable systems.
• Strong experience with system integration/design, networking, operating system / software installation and maintenance, help desk, and/or data storage technology, specifically with Linux, Kubernetes (Rancher RKE), Windows & VMware systems.

Desired Characteristics:

• Capable of hardware installation and configuration. Racking, Cabling and verifying correct operation.
• Knowledge of: Oracle Database, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Visual Studio, git, Active Directory and NetApp arrays is an asset.
• Networking knowledge using TCP/IP protocols.
• Good PC skills required, including use of standard MS Office & Visio applications.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to write professional and technical reports and procedures.
• Ability to make informal presentations to technical and non-technical staff and customers.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments and shift work efforts based on the needs of the department or business goals.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrates a high degree of personal and professional integrity.
• Ability to occasionally work non-standard hours to accommodate business needs.

Did you know that research has shown that women [and people of color] are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet 100% of the requirements? GE Vernova is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong and can bring their entire selves to work – this drives our innovation! Even if you don’t meet every one of the preferred criteria in this job description, we encourage you to still apply as you might be a fantastic fit for this role, or other currently open roles.

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $96,800USD - $145,000USD. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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