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Substation Protection Design Engineer

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Substation Protection Design Engineer

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

The Substation Protection Design Engineer will lead a geographically diverse team of designers, sub-contractors, engineers and project teams working on protection and control schematics and substation equipment.

The role will offer the possibility to have a high-level overview of design and interface with various teams throughout the project cycle. You will be working on major projects across the UK, designing systems to be installed for onshore and offshore substation.

Job Description

As a Substation Protection Design Engineer, you will be the technical guarantor of the proper performance of design works conditions in your field of activity, in matter of committed design budget (man days), deadline and Quality, in line with Customer expectation, while promoting ease of installation, operation and maintenance of the system.

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Responsibilities:

  • Produce high level specifications for control, protection and SCADA systems.
  • Design of HV protection and control systems.
  • Production of AC and DC schematic drawings, cable block diagrams, cable and termination schedules
  • Oversee junior engineers and CAD specialists to develop designs in E-plan and other engineering software packages.
  • Be responsible for ensuring the designs are safe and adhere to the required electrical standards.
  • You will be required to define the protection and control equipment specifications and bills of material, to ensure the design are accurately costed.
  • Develop designs suitable for 132kv, 275, 400kv, offshore transmission and larger transmission grid systems.
  • Work with other disciplines and subcontractors to ensure designs are compliant to customer expectations and deliverables.

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • HNC, Degree or master's in electrical engineering or related subject.
  • Demonstrable years of experience in secondary electrical substation design
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of SCADA, protection and/or control equipment and systems for substation projects.
  • Demonstrable design experience with one of the following: electricity transmission, distribution, transport or industrial Substations.
  • Experience or interest to move into renewable energy projects.
  • Previous experience working on UK projects.

Grid Solutions, a GE Renewable Energy business, serves customers globally with over 13,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. Grid Solutions is focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

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): Glasgow, UK
Job ID: GE_power-859930660
Employment Type: Other

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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