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Secondary Engineering Leader – Central Europe
GE Vernova. Direct control, protection, and integration strategies for HVDC and AC substation projects .
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Direct control, protection, and integration strategies for HVDC and AC substation projects
- Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed team of over 50 Secondary Engineers across multiple sites
- Oversee design, development, and integration of control and protection systems for high-voltage DC and AC substations
- Own and continuously improve the Control & Protection Design process
- Allocate resources, optimize subcontractor use, and implement development plans to address skill gaps
- Build relationships with internal and external engineering partners
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for seamless project execution
- Manage project budgets and support tendering activities
- Establish performance metrics to drive team excellence
- Promote knowledge sharing and best practices
- Manage the full Secondary Engineering lifecycle from tendering and design through final integration
- Foster operational excellence, process digitalization, and continuous improvement using Lean methodologies
Requirements
What you’ll need- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 15+ years of engineering experience in EPC environments within Transmission & Distribution
- Proven experience managing large engineering teams of 50+ engineers, including remote and multi-site leadership
- Advanced expertise in substation control system design, electrical distribution, ancillary services, and industry standards
- Extensive background in HVDC technology, ACS, FACTS, and digital control systems
- Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including stakeholder presentations
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize safety and quality, and deliver results on time
- Fluent in English; German language skills are a plus
- Willingness to travel internationally
- Advanced knowledge of control and protection systems for HVDC and AC substations
- Proficiency in digital control system software, electrical distribution, telecom, and monitoring solutions
- Familiarity with industry-standard engineering tools and project management methodologies
- Ability to manage design budgets and support tender processes with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance
Benefits
Comp & perks- Access to dynamic teams, extensive resources, and ongoing training
- Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge HV substation initiatives
- Work alongside a diverse network of industry experts worldwide
- Collaborative environment that values creativity and teamwork
- Play a key role in driving sustainable energy solutions and infrastructure
- Build valuable connections within the energy sector
- Relocation assistance provided