Lead Electrical Protection Engineer

AL8238 UK Grid Solutions Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova - Grid Automation in the United Kingdom is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technical Lead to drive protection and panel design projects from design through site commissioning.

You will lead technical projects, oversee client communications, validate solutions, and ensure adherence to safety standards while coordinating with the engineering community.

Travel is required locally and globally in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

Qualifications

• BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in protection and electrical design engineering.
• Strong knowledge of protection functions, electrical scheme, and cubicle design (Micom Multilin etc.).
• Experience designing and configuring protection relays and network studies.
• Willingness to travel locally and globally with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead Technical Projects: drive activities, kick-off meetings, and ensure design to commissioning.
• Customer and Project Management: manage risk reviews, budgets, and progress updates.
• Design and Documentation: analyze specs, write technical docs, validate solutions.
• Technical Oversight: specify software/IEDs, plan execution, ensure safety standards.
• Issue Resolution: address deviations, manage fault reports, support site engineers.
• Testing and Commissioning: lead FACTS/UI and coordinate with commissioning teams.
• Training and Support: provide project-specific training, assist tendering and commercial teams.

Skills

Protection design

Electrical design

Relays configuration

Network studies

Project coordination

Micom Multilin

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Independent worker

Travel flexibility

Education

BSc. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Micom Multilin

Protection relay configuration tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you passionate about leading technical projects and driving innovation in protection engineering for the electric utility and industrial markets? Join our team at GE Vernova - Grid Automation as an Electrical Engineering Technical Lead! In this dynamic role, you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing protection and panel design, acting as a bridge between our customers and GE Vernova’s technical community. This is an exciting opportunity to make impactful decisions, apply your expertise, and ensure the successful delivery of projects from inception to site commissioning.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead Technical Projects: Drive technical project activities, lead customer kick-off meetings, and ensure successful project execution from design to commissioning.
• Customer and Project Management: Participate in project risk reviews, manage project budgets in term of man-days allocated to the engineering tasks, and provide regular progress updates.
• Design and Documentation: Analyse customer specifications, write project technical documentation, and validate technical solutions with customers.
• Technical Oversight: Specify software and IEDs, manage technical execution planning, and ensure adherence to GE Vernova safety standards.
• Issue Resolution: Address technical deviations, manage fault reports, and support site engineers remotely or on-site.
• Testing and Commissioning: Lead Factory Acceptance Tests, Site Acceptance Tests, and coordinate with commissioning teams for major site milestones.
• Training and Support: Provide project-specific training to customers, support tendering and commercial teams, and ensure customer satisfaction through professional project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Educational Background: BSc. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in protection and electrical design engineering.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of protection functions, electrical scheme, and cubicle design. (Micom Multilin etc.).
• Design Expertise: Proficient in designing and configuring protection relays and network studies.
• GE Vernova Substation Automation Solutions: Preferred candidates will have proven knowledge in this area.
• Travel: Ability to travel locally and globally, with a valid driver’s license.
• Desired Characteristics Automation and protection Systems: In-depth knowledge of automation electrical scheme, detailed design of electrical protection relays (LV, MV & HV), and network studies.
• Interpersonal and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Independent and Flexible: Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment with a flexible approach to working hours.
• Communication and Teamwork: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to cooperate across departments.

Why Join Us?

At GE Vernova - Grid Automation, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects that shape the future of energy. We offer a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will make a tangible impact. Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation and excellence in control systems.

Additional Information

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