GE Vernova
Principal Engineer (m/f/d) - Control & Protection System Application
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Job Description Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer (m/f/d) specializing in Voltage Source Converter (VSC) control and protection. The ideal candidate will lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced VSC control strategies and protection schemes for HVDC-VSC, LCC, and renewable energy systems.
The role requires a deep understanding of power electronics, control theory, and power system protection.
As a Principal Engineer, you will be working across multi-discipline in all aspects of HVDC Control & Protection system and support the development of department talent.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Oversight
- Oversee the overall technical solution, ensuring customer requirements are met based on reference solutions.
- Lead requirements gathering, system design, implementation, and development of HVDC Control & Protection systems.
- Be the owner of all aspects of Control & Protection system deployment, system Configuration, and validation, as well as all usual integration challenges of the control & protection system.
- Participate in Patent Evaluation Board (PEB) to protect technology that gives the business a competitive advantage, as well as protecting the intellectual property rights of the company.
- Represent the business externally at conferences or in professional working bodies (IEC, CIGRE, etc) and maintain active relationships with relevant academic institutions to promote research projects and other academic cooperations.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies, standards, and best practices in VSC systems and power system protection.
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Control System & Protection Design
- Define control philosophies, protection and interlocking logics, and data exchange configurations.
- Lead and participate in engineering design processes, including design reviews and approval cycles.
- Ensure that all design outputs comply with industry standards, system requirements, and quality procedures.
Advanced Modelling & Simulation
- Conduct Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) studies using PSCAD, EMTP-RV, and model control/protection functions in MATLAB/Simulink.
- Perform network conversion, modelling, tuning, and verification using PSSE, PSCAD, and RSCAD.
- Develop full plant/system models and lead end-to-end validation across multiple simulation platforms.
- Lead Control System Studies & Testing, including:
- Software-in-the-Loop (SIL)
- Dynamic performance studies
- Protection coordination
- Overall system integration.
Team Development & Mentorship
- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge transfer to junior engineers.
- Support managers in building high-performing, resilient teams.
- Recruit, develop, and mentor engineering talent to enhance organizational capability.
- Actively support Consulting Engineers with staff development & succession planning.
- Participate in interviews for promotions or hirings within Engineering/Technology up to the level of Senior Engineer.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field or equivalent knowledge.
- Significant experience in power electronics, HVDC- LCC or VSC-based system design.
- Strong expertise in VSC control theory, modulation strategies, and power system protection.
- Experience with PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, Dig SILENT, or similar simulation tools.
- Knowledge of IEC 61850, IEEE standards, and grid codes for VSC and HVDC applications.
- Proven track record in leading complex engineering projects and teams.
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Skills & Competencies
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
- Effective communication and technical documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and make strategic engineering decisions.
Preferred
- Experience with offshore wind HVDC projects.
- Familiarity with real-time digital simulation (RTDS/HIL testing).
- Knowledge of cybersecurity considerations in power electronic systems.
What We Offer
- A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility in work agreements.
- Competitive benefits and great development opportunities, including private health insurance.
ELECTRIFICATION SYSTEMS - GRID SOLUTIONS
GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business electrifies the world with advanced grid technologies and systems, enabling power transmission and distribution across the power grid and supporting a decarbonized and secured energy transition.
Additional Information
- Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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