GE Vernova
Lead Control Automation System Engineer
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Lead Control & Automation Systems Engineer
About the Role
At GE Grid Solutions (now part of GE Vernova), we are driving the electrification of the world through advanced grid technologies. As industry leaders in energy, our mission is to accelerate the transition to a more energy-efficient and carbon-neutral grid. With a focus on sustainability, we pioneer the integration of renewables onto the grid to create a reliable, greener energy future.
Grid Solutions at GE Vernova provides the most advanced and comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions in the energy sector. We leverage cutting-edge technology to enable the global energy transition, helping to create a future where power is cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable.
Why Join Us?
At GE Vernova, our engineers are challenged to solve complex problems and drive innovation. We offer:
- Unique, high-impact projects that require creative problem-solving and a solution-focused mindset.
- A collaborative, supportive team culture where growth and innovation are encouraged.
- Exposure to game-changing projects that allow you to play a direct role in the energy transition.
The Team & Location
This role is based within GE Vernova's High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Centre of Excellence in Stafford, working as part of an international team within the global grid integration function. You'll thrive in a dynamic, flexible working environment that values autonomy and individual contributions.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Lead the design, delivery, and deployment of some of the world’s most complex power control systems. Your expertise will help shape live projects, ensuring live power flow while pushing the boundaries of energy grid technology.
Core Duties
- Own the full lifecycle of HVDC Control & Protection systems:
- Define requirements & specifications
- Configure, test, and commission systems in collaboration with teams
- Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
- IEC 61850 Specialisation:
- Lead configuration and validation of IEDs using vendor tools and System Configuration Tools (SCT)
- Generate Substation Configuration Description Language (SCL) files
- Test, debug, and refine communication protocols using tools like IEDScout and Wireshark
- Substation Automation & Integration:
- Oversee connections between control systems and Balance of Plant (BoP) equipment and SCADA/Supervisory systems
- Design LAN, industrial Ethernet, and communication architectures
- Configure essential equipment such as:
- Remote Terminal Units (RTUs)
- Bay Control Units (BCUs)
- Merging Units
- Technical Documentation:
- Create detailed I/O lists, signal interface analyses, and documentation including:
- Electrical schematics
- Wire & cable schedules
- Routine test specifications
- Final assembly drawings
- Bills of Materials (BoMs)
- Create detailed I/O lists, signal interface analyses, and documentation including:
- People & Process Leadership:
- Mentor and develop team members
- Standardise design processes globally
- Review deliverables
- Drive improvements in delivery efficiency, system reliability, and stability
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Requirements
Required Competencies
- Bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Significant experience in control and protection systems design for power/ substation environments, with a strong foundation in digital substation automation.
- Demonstrable expertise configuring:
- Bay Control Units
- Merging Units
- IEC 61850 IEDs
- Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
- SCADA systems
- Proficient knowledge of industrial communication networks, including:
- IEC 61850
- Ethernet-based protocols
- Layer 2 & Layer 3 protocols:
- IPV4
- OSPF (Open Shortest Path First)
- LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol)
- DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) configurations
- VPNs (Virtual Private Networks)
- DNP3
- Modbus
- Familiarity with cybersecurity principles for industrial networks, including hardening techniques and best practices.
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Preferred Competencies
- Proven record of technical leadership in high-complexity engineering settings, with the ability to shoot independent technical decisions and collaborate effectively with subject matter experts.
- Track record of delivering systems that meet design requirements, cost targets, and reliability standards.
- Experience integrating Distribution Management Systems (DMS/ADMS) in HVDC or substation control environments.
Why GE Vernova?
At GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions, we are shaping the future of energy infrastructure, delivering high-impact HVDC transmission systems that enable the integration of large-scale renewable energy. Our Stafford base is a global HVDC excellence centre, providing unparalleled opportunities to grow as an engineer while contributing to a greater cause — decordising communities while ensuring grid reliability.
Competitive Benefits
- International, flexible working with a supportive team culture
- Diverse, challenging projects at the cutting edge of renewable energy technology
- Development opportunities through learning and growth initiatives
- Competitive benefits tailored to support performance and personal needs
Additional Information
- Relocation assistance: Not provided.
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