Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
The Communications Engineer will be a team player, contributing to the ongoing delivery of existing product solutions, and the development of new products, focused on Communication protocols.
The task is full cycle, from the specification of new solutions, through to test and delivery.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Generate comprehensive technical design documentation relating to customer communication requirements.
- Support and development of the current products.
- Resolve customer technical communication issues.
- Configuration and test of communications hardware.
- Point mapping across protocols to support product development.
- Assist with training support teams, on new communications hardware and software.
- Preparation of configuration and test documentation for internal and external use.
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Required Qualifications
- Degree (or equivalent) in electrical / electronic / telecommunication engineering OR experience in communications setup for industrial products.
- Proven experience in the configuration and test of physical layer communications (e.g. RS232, RS485, Ethernet, GSM/GPRS, Fibre COMMs, WIFI).
- Experience with various Protocols and communication methods (e.g. MODBUS, TCP, DNP3, IEC61850, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, P2P, VPNs, MMS, MQTT).
- RTU configuration experience.
Desired Characteristics
- Experience working in the power / utilities industry.
- Experience in Triangle MicroWorks tool set.
- Experience in the automation of communications testing (e.g. using Python).
About GE Grid Solutions:
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.
What we offer:
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No