Protection & Control Systems Engineer (GRID AUTOMATION)

GE Vernova, Inc.; Bilbao; Presencial; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a System Engineer responsible for the execution and implementation of Protection & Control system engineering activities under the guidance of the Technical Leader. The role spans CCS, DCS and Consulting disciplines, tailored to project scope.

Responsibilities include developing system configurations, equipment parameterization and documentation, as well as participating in FAT/SAT activities and ensuring traceability and continuous improvement within the team.

Formación

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Systems Engineering or similar field.
• Knowledge of Protection & Control, substation automation or related industrial/utility systems.
• Understanding of communication protocols, networks and system integration concepts; programming knowledge is valued.
• Strong analytical skills, rigor and willingness to learn in a project-execution environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical and project teams.

Responsabilidades

• Execute engineering activities for Protection & Control projects per Technical Leader's strategy.
• Develop deliverables such as system configurations (SCADA screens, equipment integration, communication protocols, digital/analog signals, events, alarms), equipment parameterization (IED).
• Contribute to master file completion, architecture inputs, document updates and technical deliverables preparation.
• Prepare and update technical information required for internal and customer documentation packages.
• Execute test instructions and participate in pre-FAT, FAT and SAT related activities under project governance.
• Support identification, analysis and correction of technical issues during engineering, validation and delivery stages.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, manufacturing, Field Service and project stakeholders to secure coherent execution.
• Maintain traceability of engineering changes and deliverables within the project execution framework.
• Contribute to lessons learned, standardization and continuous improvement actions within the team.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Knowledge of Protection & Control

Educación

Electrical/Electronic/Systems Engineering degree

Descripción del empleo

Job Description Summary

System Engineer is responsible for the execution and implementation of Protection & Control system engineering activities under the technical guidance of the Technical Leader.

The role covers a common job description across CCS, DCS and Consulting, with execution adapted to project scope and discipline.

Job Description

Key Interfaces

• Technical Leader
• Project Manager
• Other engineers across CCS, DCS and Consulting Disciplines
• Manufacturing / MU, Field Service, customers and support functions as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Execute assigned engineering activities for Protection & Control projects in line with the technical strategy defined by the Technical Leader.
• Develop discipline-specific technical deliverables such as system configurations (SCADA-screens, equipment integration, communication protocols, digital/analog signals, events, alarms), equipment parameterization (IED), signal treatment, databasesor technical documentation depending on project scope.
• Contribute to master file completion, architecture inputs, document updates and technical deliverables preparation.
• Prepare and update technical information required for internal and customer documentation packages.
• Execute test instructions and participate in pre-FAT, FAT and SAT related activities under project technical governance.
• Support identification, analysis and correction of technical issues during engineering, validation and delivery stages.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, manufacturing, Field Service and project stakeholders to secure coherent execution.
• Maintain traceability of engineering changes, inputs and deliverables within the project execution framework.
• Contribute to lessons learned, standardization and continuous improvement actions within the team.
• Continuously develop technical knowledge in Protection & Control systems, tools and project execution practices.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar.
• Knowledge of Protection & Control, substation automation or related industrial / utility systems.
• Understanding of communication protocols, networks and system integration concepts; programming knowledge is valued.
• Strong analytical skills, rigor and willingness to learn in a project execution environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical and project teams.
• Good command of English; additional languages valued depending on project scope.
• Availability to travel up to 30% as required by project, customer, and business needs.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in Electrical Control Systems (ECS) engineering for power generation facilities
• Design and implementation of Protection & Control (P&C) systems for gas turbine-driven power plants.
• IT‑oriented mindset with a proactive approach to learning and applying new technologies.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No