Global HVDC Control & Protection System Application Leader

AL8238 UK Grid Solutions Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an experienced technical leader to define and drive the global HVDC Control & Protection strategy across projects, tenders, and new product introduction activities. The role offers cross‑border influence and a chance to shape engineering standards and reference solutions in a complex international organisation.

You will lead a global community of Control & Protection engineers, engage with customers and partners, and guide modelling and simulation work using PSCAD,

Qualifications

• HVDC control and protection design experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the global HVDC control & protection strategy across projects and tenders.
• Establish reference solutions, engineering standards, tools and governance.
• Provide technical leadership across tenders, projects and NPI activities.
• Ensure solutions meet customer requirements while supporting Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.

Skills

HVDC controls

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Global strategy

Engineering governance

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PSCAD

MATLAB/Simulink

PSSE

RSCAD

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are looking for an experienced technical leader to define and drive the global strategy for HVDC Control & Protection systems across projects, tenders, and new product introduction activities. This is a high-impact leadership role with global scope. You will shape the technical direction for Control & Protection, establish reference solutions and engineering standards, and provide leadership across a complex international engineering organisation. The role is ideal for someone who combines deep HVDC Control & Protection expertise with strong leadership, stakeholder management, and a passion for engineering excellence, standardisation, and continuous improvement.

Job Description Key responsibilities

• Define and lead the global strategy for HVDC Control & Protection systems
• Establish and maintain reference solutions, engineering standards, tools, and governance frameworks
• Provide technical leadership across tenders, projects, and NPI activities
• Ensure solutions meet customer requirements while supporting Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost objectives
• Drive standardisation, consistency, and continuous improvement across teams, regions, and projects
• Oversee Control & Protection system design, deployment, configuration, integration, and validation
• Support execution planning, engineering estimates, technical risk identification, and mitigation strategies for new opportunities
• Guide modelling and simulation activities using tools such as PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, PSSE, and RSCAD
• Review and approve key design deliverables to ensure quality, timeliness, and cost effectiveness
• Lead and develop a global community of Control & Protection engineers and specialists
• Act as a key technical interface with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders

What we're looking for

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, ideally with specialisation in power systems or power electronics
• Significant experience in HVDC Control & Protection system design and engineering
• Proven technical leadership experience, with the ability to define and drive global strategy for HVDC Control & Protection systems across projects, tenders, and engineering teams
• Strong understanding of HVDC control, protection, sequencing strategies, and system integration
• Experience with EMT and RMS simulation tools such as PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, PSSE, RSCAD, or similar
• Proven technical leadership in complex engineering, infrastructure, or energy environments
• Experience leading cross-functional and global teams
• Strong technical judgement, problem-solving ability, and confidence in managing technical risk and decision-making
• Ability to engage credibly with customers, partners, and senior internal stakeholders

Why join us

• Shape the future of HVDC Control & Protection on a global scale
• Influence major projects, tenders, and technical strategy across an international portfolio
• Drive engineering standardisation and technical excellence across regions and teams
• Play a visible role in supporting grid modernisation and the energy transition
• Develop technical capability and help build the next generation of engineering talent

Additional Information

• Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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