HVDC V&V Lead Engineer & Team Mentor

GE Vernova; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Lead Project Engineer in the United Kingdom to lead a multidisciplinary team in the design, configuration, testing and validation of HVDC Control & Protection and automation systems. You will shape design practices and V&V strategies to ensure flawless execution across live projects and new product introduction.

You bring hands-on HVDC or grid-connected systems experience and a passion for developing people, with a proven ability to translate complex requirements into

Qualifications

• Formal education in Electrical/Electronic Engineering is preferred, with total experience and achievements taking priority.
• Proven engineering and project execution experience within HVDC, Control & Protection, or grid-connected systems, focusing on verification and validation or testing.
• Strong understanding of HVDC, system integration, and testing methodologies (e.g., RTDS, ATE, simulation tools).
• Experience leading, mentoring, and developing technical teams in a complex engineering environment.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and risk while maintaining engineering quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team specializing in C&P systems, automation, HV/LV power systems, and V&V, ensuring contract and quality requirements.
• Provide expert technical guidance across the project lifecycle, including Tendering, Lab Testing, FAT/FST, Site Commissioning, and Service; deputize for PEM when required.
• Plan, monitor, and execute all V&V activities with rigorous defect tracking and documentation.
• Monitor and control engineering budgets, schedules, documentation, and risk management; drive change control and design reviews.
• Act as primary technical interface with stakeholders, customers, suppliers, NPI, and Product Care; translate needs into robust solutions.
• Drive improvement initiatives, standardization, and cost-out plans with cross-functional teams; apply lean principles.
• Lead, motivate, and mentor engineers; oversee workload and shift planning; foster healthy working culture.
• Support the Project (Engineering) Manager and deputize as needed; plan design engineering activities.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking a Lead Project Engineer in the United Kingdom to lead a multidisciplinary team in the design, configuration, testing and validation of HVDC Control & Protection and automation systems. You will shape design practices and V&V strategies to ensure flawless execution across live projects and new product introduction.

You bring hands-on HVDC or grid-connected systems experience and a passion for developing people, with a proven ability to translate complex requirements into