Lead Controls System Verification and Validation Engineer

GE Vernova's Grid Software; Stafford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global energy solutions company as a Lead Controls System Verification and Validation Engineer in Stafford. In this pivotal role, you will lead verification efforts for HVDC control systems, ensuring adherence to project schedules and technical standards while fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Verification Engineer in High Voltage field.
• Good knowledge of HVDC systems (LCC / VSC / SVC).
• Experience developing PSCAD and RSCAD models.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate verification and validation activities.
• Design Factory System Test cases and lead Factory Acceptance Tests.
• Support New Product Introduction for existing and new tools.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical Knowledge in HVDC

Control Systems

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

PSCAD

RSCAD

MATLAB SIMULINK

Job description

Lead Controls System Verification and Validation Engineer

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Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

Lead Control System Verification & Validation Engineer will be responsible for the delivery of the of HVDC Controls & Protection Verification and Validation team’s activities on time / as per Project Scheduled through proper coordination between Project and department.

The role involves technical leadership on the various work packages within the department ensuring that they meet the requirements, and the relevant processes are followed.

Job Description

Essential responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain Validation & Verification team’s activity plans as per the Project scheduled.
• Design, create Factory System Test (FST) cases and review results against design requirements including leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) with clients.
• Developing HVDC System and plant modelling in electromagnetic transient tools like PSCAD, RSCAD, EMTP-RV etc including undertaking Dynamic Performance Studies and Protection co-ordination.
• Preparing control system requirements for the RTDS Lab setup including AC DC interface requirement, Plant Emulator Interface requirement and RSCAD Power system network conversion, modelling, and verification.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) to develop existing and new products and tools.
• Provide support to Commissioning Engineers during Dynamic commissioning at Site.
• Support continual improvement, raising the effectiveness and efficiency of the team through the introduction of tools, methods and process improvements and coordinating with the Continuous Improvement leaders.
  
  

Qualifications And Requirements

• Engineering degree or equivalent including power systems and power electronics subjects or proven equivalent knowledge and experience in HVDC business.
• Significant experience in the position of Verification Engineer in High Voltage field, with experience as a Control & Protection design Engineer.
• Good knowledge of overall 400kV substation, HVDC system (LCC / VSC / SVC) including control and protection system is essential.
• Experience of developing and working with PSCAD and RSCAD models is essential including knowledge of Overall HVDC System Operational Behaviour.
• Experience in technical leadership with ability to manage team of validation engineers.
• Excellent communication skills with a fluency in English language.
• Willingness to travel to support projects globally and readiness for flexible with working hours.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical standards such as IEC 61850, IEC 62351, IEC 12207, IEEE 15288, IEC 25010, IEC 27032, NERC/CIP.
  
  

Desired characteristics

• Process improvement or RCA experience or certification.
• Experience on MATCAD, PSS/E and MATLAB SIMULINK, EMTP-RV, Digsilent etc will added advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition – and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.

If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.

About GE Grid Solutions

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why We Come To Work

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What We Offer

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Software Development

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