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Protection Systems Engineer

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Protection Systems Engineer

Stafford, United Kingdom

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

As a Protection Systems Engineer, you will play an important role in supporting projects that help design and test power system protection tools using a Real-Time Digital Simulator (RTDS). You will work closely with the team to provide technical support to customers both at GE's labs in Stafford and at customer sites. You will also collaborate with the research and development (R&D) team to help design and troubleshoot power protection devices.

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Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate directly with customers to understand the application of our products within their power systems and provide support to the RTDS team for product homologation on the RTDS.
  • Provide on-site support to customers, assisting with application and RTDS integration to homologate our products on their RTDS systems.
  • Work alongside Customer Support teams to address and resolve product, process, and customer-related issues.
  • Collaborate with Program and Product Management teams to develop high-level specifications.
  • Design and support protection and control solutions based on design specifications and model-based design, enabling code generation.
  • Conduct system studies and simulations using appropriate tools to validate algorithms and ensure performance.
  • Review user specifications and requirements to recommend the best solutions.
  • Analyze market trends and customer needs to propose new developments for GE Digital Energy products.
  • Offer technical consultation to cross-functional teams across the business to address and resolve manufacturing, product, application, or field issues.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the entire New Product Introduction (NPI) design process.
  • Write technical papers and present materials at industry trade shows and conferences showcasing GE products.
  • Assist in preparing training materials and deliver training sessions when needed.
  • Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new or experienced engineers, specialists, technicians, and co-ops as required.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Strong knowledge of power systems, including modeling, simulation, and fault analysis.
  • Good experience in engineering design, project management, or product development in a relevant industry.
  • Proficiency in using industry-standard engineering software (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, AutoCAD, etc.).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree or higher in Engineering or related discipline.
  • Knowledge of modern protection, control, and distribution automation trends, with experience in the Protection & Control market or research environments.
  • Familiarity with industry standards, documentation procedures, and GE protection products.
  • Previous experience working in a multinational or cross-functional team environment.
  • Strong communication skills with experience in presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

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

Client-provided location(s): Stafford, UK
Job ID: GE_power-1880150040
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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