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GE Vernova

Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer

GE Vernova

. Create detailed design specifications for implementation of protection and control (P&C) algorithms .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeMarkham • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in protection and control system design, with a strong focus on developing detailed design specifications and utilizing power system simulation tools. Proven ability to integrate AI into protection logic and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Master's Or PhD In Electrical Engineering8 Years Of Experience In Protection And Control System DesignStrong Experience In Power System Protection And Control Product DevelopmentWorking Knowledge Of MATLAB/SimulinkFamiliarity With P&C Communication Protocols

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Hard Skills
Protection And Control Algorithm DesignPower System Simulation ToolsAI Integration For Protection LogicRoot Cause AnalysisTechnical Paper AuthoringDigital Energy Product DevelopmentField Experience Supporting FAT/SATCompliance Auditing Against IEC/IEEE StandardsRelay Settings DevelopmentPower System Protection Applications
Soft Skills
Collaboration With Cross-Functional TeamsTechnical Guidance And TrainingStrong Relationship Management
Tools & Technologies
MATLAB/SimulinkPSCADRTDSATP/EMTPGE Vernova Products
Industry Keywords
Power System ProtectionDistribution AutomationIEC61850ModbusDNP3.0IEC60870-5-103Digital Substation TechnologiesIntellectual Property PortfolioIndustry StandardsDocumentation Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Create detailed design specifications for implementation of protection and control (P&C) algorithms
  • Conduct proof-of-concept studies using PSCAD, RTDS, or MATLAB/Simulink
  • Drive root cause analysis of incidents related to power system protection algorithms
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve algorithm, product, and customer-case issues
  • Author technical papers and present materials at tradeshows and conferences for GE Vernova products
  • Assist in preparing training materials and deliver training courses when required
  • Identify opportunities for patentable innovations to strengthen GE Vernova’s intellectual property portfolio in digital substation technologies
  • Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new engineers, specialists, and technicians when required
  • Analyze market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova’s Digital Energy products
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with product teams for implementation

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in protection and control system design and studies
  • Minimum 3 years of experience developing detailed design specifications for P&C algorithms, preferably within a relay manufacturing environment
  • Strong experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development, including protection/control scheme design and relay settings
  • Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design
  • Working knowledge of power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD, or ATP/EMTP
  • Ability to use AI for generating and validating protection logic or algorithms, settings files, and MATLAB integration of protection element design
  • Ability to audit AI-generated engineering artifacts against IEC/IEEE standards for correctness and safety
  • Ability to integrate AI tools into settings/documentation workflows without compromising compliance traceability
  • Field experience supporting FAT/SAT beneficial
  • Proven track record of publishing and presenting at industry forums and conferences
  • Familiarity with industry standards and documentation procedures of electrical utilities
  • Knowledge of modern protection and control and distribution automation developments and trends
  • Working knowledge of GEV protections, networking, and substation automation products preferred
  • Deep knowledge in power system protection
  • Experience developing power system protection and control applications in the Real Time Controller market
  • Familiarity with P&C communication protocols such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0, and IEC60870-5-103

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Relocation Assistance Provided: No