Sensor Technology Internship (Physics & Sensor Science/Engineering)

This 1 year internship will be based at the GE Monitoring and Diagnostics site in Lisburn, and is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic university student who is interested in the application of physics/fundamental science in industry. The successful applicant will work within the core technology and wider engineering teams, working in the area of Transformer sensor technology including the use photo acoustic spectroscopy and optical techniques.

The M&D product line is a class leading vendor of sensing devices and systems to Electrical Utilities and Industrial customers. The product line spans sensing of multiple asset types and has a broad portfolio of advanced technology, which aid customers to understand and optimize the operating condition of key assets such as HV/MV power transformers and circuit breakers.

About us

Grid Solutions, a GE Renewable Energy business, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems,and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We are focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energyresources to the grid. For more about GE’s Grid Solutions, visit https://www.gegridsolutions.com.

Role responsibilities

• Learn & understand the scientific principles and operation of core sensor technology in GE Transformer monitoring equipment
• Work as part of the core technology team on science-based R&D projects and equipment testing, in current products and/or in new technology developments.
• Conduct product and experimental testing to agreed plans
• Document and present results to management and the wider engineering team

Essential criteria

• completed at least 2 years in Physics or relevant science/engineering related degree and/or equivalent knowledge or experience
• a strong scientific / technical background with interest and /experience in hands-on experimental work.
• the ability to work within a team, or under own initiative
• the ability to understand and present new concepts clearly/effectively (including use of appropriate computer programs)
• strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Desirable Criteria

• Demonstrated experience in hands-on lab-based research work
• Demonstrated experience with spectroscopy and/or optical techniques
• Experience in software programming languages and/or analytical software packages (e.g. Python, C, Matlab) and automation tools (e.g. Labview, Simulink)
• Experience in development and use of scientific/engineering test plans, test equipment and techniques.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working - UK Border Agency website