Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Engineer

Ferruelo Y Velasco; País Vasco; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova’s Grid Automation R&D team seeks a Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer to bridge complex power system theory and practical algorithm implementation. You will lead design specifications for P&C algorithms, perform proof-of-concept studies, and collaborate with product teams globally to drive digital substation innovations.

You will contribute to root cause analyses, publish technical papers, and deliver training to engineers, while staying abreast of protection

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in protection and control system design and studies.
• Extensive experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design and power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD or ATP/EMTP.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed design specifications for implementation of protection and control (P&C) algorithms.
• Conduct proof of concept studies using PSCAD or RTDS or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Drive root cause analysis of incidents related to protection algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues related to the algorithm, product, and other customer cases.
• Author technical papers and present materials at tradeshows and conferences for GE Vernova's products.
• Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required.
• Identify opportunities for patentable innovations to strengthen GE Vernova's IP portfolio in digital substation technologies.
• Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new engineers, specialists, technicians when required.
• Analyse market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova's Digital Energy products.

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

RTDS

PSCAD

ATP/EMTP

Job description

GE Vernova’s Grid Automation R&D team seeks a Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer to bridge complex power system theory and practical algorithm implementation. You will lead design specifications for P&C algorithms, perform proof-of-concept studies, and collaborate with product teams globally to drive digital substation innovations.

You will contribute to root cause analyses, publish technical papers, and deliver training to engineers, while staying abreast of protection