GE Energy has been at home in Berlin for 125 years. One of its precursor companies, AEG, developed the first functioning three-phasemotors here. Today, the globally active company’s more than 700 employees in the capital create equipment that transforms electric energy into mechanical energy – and vice versa. In the field of environmental technology, for example, GE Energy works on making sure that wind and solar energy is fed into the power grid without any losses. The company also ensures that electricity flows in a stable and efficient manner through the system. Berlin – the place to be for future industries.

Aurélie Bocquel – Head of Plant and Systems Engineering, GE Energy

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I’ve loved math and physics ever since I was a kid – and I’m still just as fascinated by these two subjects today. After receiving my double degree in electrical engineering from the Technische Hochschule Karlsruhe and ENSIEG in Grenoble, France, GE Energy offered me a position in the company’s development department. My very first project was already a huge challenge. My task was to develop a regulative concept for one of the world’s largest power converters for a pumped storage power plant. When it actually began operations, it was such a thrill for me and gave me tremendous motivation for my further work. It’s always very exciting to see my ideas put into practice and how theoretical concepts lead to the development and building of huge power plants. Even without the help of a so-called “women’s quota,” GE Energy entrusted me with a key position as head of “Plant and Systems Engineering.” As a French woman and an enthusiastic advocate of European unity, I really enjoy working here together with colleagues from a wide range of nationalities and backgrounds. This variety is also exactly what makes Berlin so special for me. The city is just as colorful as the people who live here – especially in terms of its culture, landscape and culinary offerings. And Berlin’s travel connections are so good that I can go out and discover the big wide world whenever I want.

Dr. Stephan Krämer, Vice President Business, GE Energy

"We have an historical connection to Berlin that goes back to 1883, the year our company’s precursor, AEG, was founded on Schlegelstrasse. In 1887, AEG’s chief engineer Michail von Dolivo-Dobrowolsky invented the first functioning three-phase motor. Today, our 700 employees in Berlin develop and produce high-performance and energy-efficient engineering solutions that are used worldwide. Berlin’s strengths as an industrial location are now clearly visible to everyone, as are the city’s positive conditions for investment. This is why Berlin remains the ideal city for GE Energy."