**Job Description Summary** =========================== We are seeking a a highly skilled Solution Architect to lead the technical design development and Qualifying GE Vernova’s cutting\-edge suite of software\-defined solutions GridBeats. The candidate will be offering integrated multiple solutions and technologies to deliver differentiated, value\-based solutions that address evolving customer and grid needs. This role will also play a critical part in technical positioning, pre\-sales qualification, and cross\-functional enablement. You will collaborate with cross\-functional teams to define and implement innovative solutions using key offerings – including Zonal Autonomous Control, Distribution Automation, Integrated Digital Process Bus Substations, EnergyAPM, Device Management, Cyber security, Top\-Down Engineering Solutions.**Job Description** =================== **Roles and Responsibilities** * **Solution Architecture Development****:** + Design comprehensive scalable, and interoperable solutions to meet customer needs, including integrated digital substations, centralized and distributed architecture incorporating hardware, software, and communication interfaces. + Design \& Ensure solutions are cyber\-resilience, customer compliant, and budget optimized. + Develop, standardized and maintain solution blueprints and architectures. * **Solution Differentiation \& Value Creation** + Create solution’s differentiators aligned with market and addressing customer pain points. + Demonstrate value propositions through technical performance, total cost of ownership (TCO), and system\-wide benefits. + Lead proof\-of\-concept (PoC), Demos, Workshops and pilot project initiatives to showcase solution feasibility and benefits. * **Pre\-Sales, Proposal \& Customer Engagement:** + Lead and support SPEC\-In activities with technical specifications write up/guides to position GE Vernova solutions in customer tenders and technical specifications. + Support the sales function through reviewing RFQ, Writing and review technical proposals, including value proposition, architecture, and division of responsibilities. + Qualify the assigned opportunities with end users and actively contribute to pursuit the strategy. + Cultivate strong customer relationships and stay ahead of emerging growth opportunities across relevant market segments * **Stakeholder Engagement \& Enablement** + Lead or participate in customer workshops, solution co\-creation sessions, and deep\-dive technical discussions. + Conduct internal and external technical trainings to upskill sales teams, partners, and end\-users on solution capabilities. + Support marketing, bid, and tendering teams with accurate technical inputs, diagrams, and narratives. + Participate and Lead New Product Improvement process, strategy and roadmaps **Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and/or Communications or a related field. * 10\+ years of experience in utility grid operations, Substation Automation, smart grid technologies, or related domains. * Strong background as a Solution Architect or Application Engineer for large\-scale grid modernization projects. * Deep understanding of digital substations, IEC standards \& protocols, transmission \& Distribution automation segment \& solutions, Virtualization and predictive analytics. * Knowledge and expertise in power management systems, load shedding / islanding schemes, distribution automation, microgrids and special protection schemes and/or remedial action schemes for grids and plants **Desired Characteristics** * Experience with GE Vernova, Grid Solutions, or similar platforms is highly desirable. * Familiarity with cloud\-based solutions, digital twins, and edge computing is a plus. * Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non\-technical stakeholders. * Relevant industry certifications (e.g. GIAC, ISA/IEC 62443/27001\) and understanding of Security Framework and standards (NIST, NERC\-CIP, NESA, IEC 62351\). * Understand the latest solution trends for energy transition including wide area monitoring, Centralized / Virtualized Protection \& Control solution, Solution Virtualization, Security landscape * Stay ahead of industry trends in Integrated Digital Substation, SCADA, IEC 61850, Cyber Security and software\-defined tool suite to continuously improve solution offerings. **Personal Qualities:** * Ability to multi\-task in fast\-paced multi\-cultural environments * Strong Team player with impressive interpersonal skills is accessible and approachable. * Understands business objectives, has commercial awareness and can influence stakeholders to meet objectives. * Curious, asks pertinent questions and challenges the status quo – searches for and drives improvement. * Align with business strategy and communicate effectively in an open and consistent manner. * Anticipates customer needs and measures processes and performance through the customer’s eyes. * Builds trust and commitment and can energize teams through inclusiveness and connection with people. * Excellent communication, presentation, influential skills and breed positive morale within the team. **Additional Information** ========================== **Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes \#LI\-Remote \- This is a remote position