Lead Engineer – Customer Application

GE Vernova

. Design and deliver complex protection solutions for generation, transmission, and distribution systems for electrical utilities and industrial clients .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeNoida • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and delivering complex protection solutions for electrical utilities, including power system studies, relay settings, and microgrid solutions. Proficient in utilizing power system analysis tools and communication protocols to optimize performance and ensure compliance with industry standards.

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Power System ProtectionMicrogrid SolutionsPower System AnalysisRelay Settings ProgrammingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Power System StudiesProtection Relay ProgrammingMicrogrid DesignPower Flow OptimizationCT/VT Adequacy ChecksArc-Flash StudiesIEC 61131-3 PLC ProgrammingAutomation ApplicationsTesting and CommissioningTechnical Writing

Soft Skills

Strong Presentation SkillsTechnical Communication

Tools & Technologies

MathcadMATLABPSSEPSCADPower FactoryASPENCAPERTDSOpal Simulation PlatformsDNP3

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringPower Systems EngineeringTransmission SystemsDistribution SystemsSmart Grid StandardsAutomation SolutionsControl ProtocolsField TestingSystem CommissioningGlobal Customer Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and deliver complex protection solutions for generation, transmission, and distribution systems for electrical utilities and industrial clients
Design and develop microgrid solutions, including power flow optimization and dispatching algorithms
Perform engineering studies and analyses including short circuit, load flow, ground grid, arc-flash, and protective device coordination studies
Perform power system studies and calculations, including CT/VT adequacy checks and relay settings
Create relay setting files with programming of protection and control elements, control logic, and communications settings for GE and third-party protective relays
Test customized protection and control solutions in-house and at customer installations
Model and conduct power system simulations using RTDS or equivalent simulators
Provide factory acceptance test plans and testing services to validate protection designs for customer witnessing
Plan site acceptance tests and provide field support through commissioning of new applications
Assist software tool development to automate engineering processes internally and with utility partners
Participate in project meetings with project managers and customers on technical discussions
Travel up to 20–40% depending on project requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering required; Master's degree or higher preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in protection, control, and automation applications
Very good understanding of power system applications and analysis
Excellent understanding of power systems phenomena in transmission and distribution systems
Understanding of power system protection relays, automation, control, and communication protocols
Technical skills to execute projects and write SOW proposals
Willingness and ability to work across time zones to support global customers if required
Experience with study software and power system tools such as Mathcad, MATLAB, PSSE, PSCAD, Power Factory, ASPEN, and CAPE
Understanding of communication system protocols and architectures including DNP3, MODBUS, IEC61850, and OpenFMB
Experience with RTDS or Opal Simulation Platforms
Experience with transmission, distribution, and smart grid standards
Knowledge or field experience with system commissioning and testing
Experience with advanced automation solutions such as microgrids and remedial action schemes
Experience with IEC 61131-3 PLC Programming Languages
Project Management experience
Strong technical writing and presentation skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance Provided
Opportunity to work across time zones supporting global customers
Potential exposure to global engineering projects and customers