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Lead Control & Protection System Engineer
GE Vernova. Design substation control and protection panels for HVDC and high-voltage applications .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Substation Control and Protection Engineering, with a strong focus on IEC 61850 standards, panel design, and component selection. Proficient in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
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Substation Control & Protection EngineeringIEC 61850 StandardsPanel Design and Component SelectionDigital Substation and HVDC ProjectsEMC and Mechanical Panel Design
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Hard Skills
Electrical SchematicsWiring DiagramsCable SchedulesBOMsTransient Fault Recorders (TFRs)Protection IEDsNetwork Communication SystemsRoot Cause AnalysisDFMEAChange Management
Soft Skills
Independent WorkProject Delivery SupportCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Engineering BaseCreoAutoCAD ElectricalNetwork SwitchesGPS Synchronization Systems
Industry Keywords
HVDC ApplicationsSampled Values (SV)PRPHSRIndustrial Cybersecurity Standards
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Design substation control and protection panels for HVDC and high-voltage applications
- Select CTs/VTs, IEDs, MCBs, power supplies, switches, GPS clocks, and related hardware
- Apply IEC 61850, including Sampled Values (SV), PRP, and HSR concepts
- Design and integrate Transient Fault Recorders (TFRs) and monitoring devices
- Prepare and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, BOMs, and panel layout drawings
- Handle mechanical panel design, including enclosure arrangement, mounting, spacing, ventilation, and maintainability
- Ensure compliance with IEC and IEEE standards
- Support network communication systems, managed switches, and redundant architectures
- Address EMC/EMI, grounding, shielding, and panel segregation requirements
- Support interface design for trip circuits, measurement circuits, interlocking, and signal acquisition
- Participate in design reviews, FAT, troubleshooting, and commissioning support
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, testing, and site teams
- Improve standard designs and engineering practices
- Perform panel type testing, root cause analysis, and DFMEA
- Produce and maintain standard cabinet designs
- Manage change processes and component obsolescence with internal and external vendors
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering or related field
- Advanced background in Substation Control & Protection engineering
- Good knowledge of hardware components used in control and protection systems
- Experience in panel design and component selection
- Good understanding of IEC 61850, HVDC, and substation automation systems
- Knowledge of CT/VT selection, protection IEDs, communication networks, and digital substations
- Familiarity with PRP, HSR, Sampled Values (SV), and redundancy concepts
- Experience with EMC, mechanical panel design, and electrical schematics
- Ability to work independently and support project delivery in a complex engineering environment
- Experience with digital substation and HVDC projects
- Knowledge of Engineering Base, Creo, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar tools
- Experience with network switches, GPS synchronization systems, TFRs, power supplies, and MCBs
- Ability to participate in FAT and commissioning activities
- Knowledge of IEC 61850 IED configuration via vendor-specific tools and System Configuration Tools
- Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity standards, network hardening, and security protocols for substation control systems
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hybrid working and flexible work agreements
- Competitive benefits
- Private health insurance
- Great development opportunities
- International working environment
- Relocation assistance not provided