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Lead Control Automation System Engineer

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GE Vernova logoGe Vernova · Stafford, UK
Full-timeOn-site1mo ago30+ days old, may be filled
AssemblyDocumentationLeadershipSCADASystem DesignVPN
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Responsibilities

  • You'll take end-to-end technical ownership of HVDC Control & Protection system design and delivery, working across engineering disciplines including New Product Introduction (NPI), Issue-to-Order (ITO), Order-to-Receipt (OTR), and Product Care teams. Specifically, you will:
  • Lead people and process - coach and develop team talent, drive consistent design practices and global process standards, review and approve deliverables, and contribute to continuous improvement in delivery speed, system stability, and reliability.
  • Who We're Looking For
  • You're an experienced control and protection systems engineer with a strong track record in digital substation automation and a natural ability to lead technical teams and complex projects.
  • Required
  • A formal education in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or a related discipline is valued, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
  • Strong, proven experience in control and protection system design within power or substation environments.
  • Demonstrated expertise configuring Substation Bay Controllers, Merging Units, IEC 61850 IEDs, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and SCADA systems.
  • Working knowledge of industrial communication networks including IEC 61850, Ethernet-based protocols, and Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols including IPv4, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), Virtual Private Network (VPN), Dist

Benefits

Working in an international team which is part of global Engineering HVDC Centre of Ex-cellence within Grid Integration based in Stafford.A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexi-bility of work agreementsCompetitive benefits, and great development opportunitiesJob DescriptionThis is a technically hands-on leadership role where your expertise shapes real projects, your decisions carry weight, and your mentorship builds the next generation of power systems engineers.

Additional Information

Job Description Summary At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector. Why we come to work: At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

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