Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
As a Control & Protection System Engineer, you will be responsible to design and provide a competitive technical solution to the customer in the domain of HVDC control and protection system (Automation & Application), associated AC & secondary engineering at the ITO stage.
This includes analysing customer requirements, assessing the necessary deviations from our standard product while promoting standard solutions & cost competitivity.
You will be part of Reference solution team that develops and maintains standard solutions and costs for HVDC & AC control & protection systems and provides overall tender solution with associated documentation in line with customer requirement.
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As a part of the team, your contribution would be a foundation of efficient and good quality project delivery.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Analyse in depth customer specification, identify gaps, raise clarifications & build solid technical solution to cater to customer requirement for HVDC & AC control & protection system.
- Perform preliminary dynamic performance studies in various simulation tools (MATLAB, PSCAD etc) under the guidance of senior engineer.
- Prepare control, protection and sequencing strategy specifications.
- In coordination with systems team, design / contribute to AC substation Single line diagrams, operation modes & sequencing .
- Knowledge of network and latest protocols (like IEC 61850) and basic understanding of hardware architecture.
- In coordination with cybersecurity expert, analyse compliance to cybersecurity standards and their implementation in the network.
- Coordinate with internal and external partners to provide a complete solution with clear division of responsibility.
- Provide input data like auxiliary consumption, cubicle / equipment list to partners.
- Prepare technical specifications for sourcing and validation of offers received.
- Lead the discussions during customer meetings / workshops.
- Plan & ensure on-time delivery of engineering documents and cost estimates.
- Evaluate risks and opportunities & proposes mitigation measures.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by participating & promoting standardisation of tools, documents, solutions & equipment.
- Follow the departments standard design practices, engineering reviews and guidelines.
- Comply with Quality Procedures, work instructions and Processes in EMH.
Qualifications / Essential Requirements
- Degree in Electronics / Electrical engineering or related field.
- Knowledge of Electrical Substation and its HV, LV equipment and Auxiliary Systems.
- Advanced background on Electrical power system protection & control.
- Knowledge of PSCAD / MATLAB-SIMULINK simulation tools is desirable.
- Experience in working with engineering tools such as AutoCAD, e-base, Microsoft Visio is desirable.
- A good sense of urgency and ability to identify and manage technical risks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, experienced in creating and presenting technical reports and responding to clients' technical questions.
- Ability to understand and communicate customer requirements.
- Able to work to deadlines under pressure whilst maintaining the safety, quality and engineering integrity of the solution.
About Us:
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition - and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
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