Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer (Part Time)

Skillhub Solutions Inc.; Markham; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova's Grid Automation R&D team in Canada seeks a Lead Application Engineer to translate power system theory into design specs and algorithm implementations for digital substation tech.

You will design protection and control algorithms, conduct PSCAD/RTDS/Matlab studies, lead root-cause analyses, collaborate across teams, publish papers, and mentor engineers while exploring patentable innovations. The role is based in Canada with a competitive CAD pay range.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• 8+ years of experience in protection and control system design and studies, including 3+ years developing detailed P&C algorithm design specifications, preferably in a relay manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD, or ATP/EMTP.
• Experience auditing AI-generated engineering artifacts, and integrating AI tools into workflows while maintaining standards compliance and traceability.
• Experience publishing and presenting at industry forums, and familiarity with utility standards and documentation procedures.
• Knowledge of modern protection, control, and distribution automation developments.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed design specifications for protection and control algorithms.
• Conduct proof-of-concept studies using PSCAD, RTDS, or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Lead root-cause analysis of incidents involving power system protection algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve algorithm, product, and customer issues.
• Write technical papers and present at trade shows and conferences.
• Prepare training materials and deliver training when required.
• Identify potential patentable innovations in digital substation technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and training to engineers, specialists, and technicians.
• Analyze market trends and requirements to propose product developments.

Skills

P&C design

Power systems

MATLAB/Simulink

AI tool auditing

Industry publications

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PSCAD

RTDS

ATP/EMTP

IEC 61850

Modbus

DNP3.0

IEC 60870-5-103

Job description

About the role

Join GE Vernova’s Grid Automation R&D team to develop power system protection solutions. The Lead Application Engineer translates power system theory into design specifications and algorithm implementations, working with product teams on digital substation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed design specifications for protection and control algorithms.
• Conduct proof-of-concept studies using PSCAD, RTDS, or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Lead root-cause analysis of incidents involving power system protection algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve algorithm, product, and customer issues.
• Write technical papers and present at trade shows and conferences.
• Prepare training materials and deliver training when required.
• Identify potential patentable innovations in digital substation technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and training to engineers, specialists, and technicians.
• Analyze market trends and requirements to propose product developments.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• At least 8 years of experience in protection and control system design and studies, including at least 3 years developing detailed P&C algorithm design specifications, preferably in a relay manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development, including protection and control scheme design and relay settings.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink and power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD, or ATP/EMTP.
• Experience using and auditing AI-generated engineering artifacts, and integrating AI tools into settings and documentation workflows while maintaining standards compliance and traceability.
• Experience publishing and presenting at industry forums, and familiarity with utility standards and documentation procedures.
• Knowledge of modern protection, control, and distribution automation developments.

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge of GE Vernova protection, networking, and substation automation products.
• Experience developing protection and control applications for real-time controllers.
• Familiarity with P&C communication protocols such as IEC 61850, Modbus, DNP3.0, and IEC 60870-5-103.
• Field experience, including FAT/SAT support, is beneficial.

Compensation and additional information

For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range is CAD 92,300–142,300. The specific offer may depend on experience, education, and skills. Bonus eligibility: ineligible. Relocation assistance is not provided.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to heightened security checks because the role involves a client’s critical infrastructure.