Control Systems Lead, Grid Automation & Innovation

GE Vernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Control System Technical Lead to drive design, integration and commissioning of electrical control systems in the electric utility and industrial markets. You will bridge customers with GE's technical community, guiding projects from design through site commissioning.

Responsibilities include leading technical project activities, risk and budget management, and documenting solutions.

Qualifications

• Educational background: BSc. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Over five years of control system experience.
• Strong knowledge of SCADA protocols, Windows OS, MS Office, and database apps.
• Proficient in designing and programming electrical control systems, including SCADA/HMI, cybersecurity, network gear, IEC61850, Firewalls.
• Preferred knowledge in GE Vernova Substation Automation Solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Technical Projects: drive activities from kick-off to commissioning.
• Customer and Project Management: manage risks, budgets (man-days), provide progress updates.
• Design and Documentation: analyze specs, write technical docs, validate solutions with customers.
• Technical Oversight: specify software/IEDs, manage execution planning, ensure safety standards.
• Issue Resolution: address deviations, manage fault reports, support site engineers remotely or on-site.
• Testing and Commissioning: lead FATs and SATs, coordinate with commissioning teams.
• Training and Support: provide project-specific training, support tendering and commercial teams.

Skills

SCADA protocols

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Database applications

SCADA/HMI design

Cybersecurity practices

IEC61850

Networking equipment

Firewalls

Travel flexibility

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SCADA software

Database software

IEC61850 configuration

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking a Control System Technical Lead to drive design, integration and commissioning of electrical control systems in the electric utility and industrial markets. You will bridge customers with GE's technical community, guiding projects from design through site commissioning.

Responsibilities include leading technical project activities, risk and budget management, and documenting solutions.