Graduate Electrical Engineer: Grid Protection & Control

AL8238 UK Grid Solutions Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova Grid Automation offers a graduate engineering programme focused on protection and control systems for substations. You will gain hands-on experience in designing, configuring and testing protection and control solutions for different voltage levels, mentored by experienced engineers.

You will rotate through teams to build a strong foundation in substation automation, SCADA, IEC 61850, and cybersecurity, preparing you for a career in grid resilience technologies and power system

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, power systems, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of protection schemes, relay logic, and control system principles.
• Familiarity with power system fundamentals, substation layouts, or single line diagrams.
• Knowledge of or interest in SCADA/DCS systems, industrial communications, or cybersecurity in energy systems.
• Competence in tools such as Python, MATLAB, or AutoCAD is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and configuration of protection and control systems for electrical substations.
• Support testing activities, including factory acceptance tests.
• Gain exposure to SCADA, RTU, HMI systems, and protection relays.
• Learn and apply IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus and other communication protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product engineering, applications, and field services.
• Support documentation development, including system specifications, test procedures, and technical reports.
• Engage in continuous learning, attend training sessions, and contribute to technical innovation.
• Work closely with project and delivery teams to ensure high-quality solutions aligned with customer needs.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

AutoCAD

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

AutoCAD

Job description

GE Vernova Grid Automation offers a graduate engineering programme focused on protection and control systems for substations. You will gain hands-on experience in designing, configuring and testing protection and control solutions for different voltage levels, mentored by experienced engineers.

You will rotate through teams to build a strong foundation in substation automation, SCADA, IEC 61850, and cybersecurity, preparing you for a career in grid resilience technologies and power system