HVDC Control & Protection Platform Consultant

GE Vernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an experienced Consulting Engineer for HVDC control and protection platforms. The role focuses on providing expert technical leadership, reviewing design practices, and acting as a gate keeper for complex HVDC projects.

You will mentor engineers, champion innovation, and collaborate across GE Vernova’s Grid Systems Integration teams. The position requires deep knowledge of high voltage DC control systems, power electronics, and standards involvement with IEC/CIGRE

Qualifications

• Deep technical depth in real-time control and protection systems.
• Experience with HVDC platforms, standards, and power electronics.
• Strong communication and leadership for complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical authority for HVDC control & protection platform solutions.
• Lead cross-domain interfaces and represent GE Vernova in industry bodies.
• Drive R&D and product enhancement projects with broad scope and impact.
• Mentor engineers and support design reviews and publications.
• Develop technology roadmaps and contribute to IP management.

Skills

HVDC control

High power electronics

Optical communication

Networking security

Mentoring

Education

Masters degree or equivalent

Tools

FPGA design

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking an experienced Consulting Engineer for HVDC control and protection platforms. The role focuses on providing expert technical leadership, reviewing design practices, and acting as a gate keeper for complex HVDC projects.

You will mentor engineers, champion innovation, and collaborate across GE Vernova’s Grid Systems Integration teams. The position requires deep knowledge of high voltage DC control systems, power electronics, and standards involvement with IEC/CIGRE