Product Engineer

GE Vernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy company located in Stafford is seeking a Product Engineer to drive technical and system engineering for their energy portfolio. The role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure product performance and reliability. An ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in protection systems and a degree in Electrical Engineering. Competitive benefits and development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Competitive benefits

Flexible work agreements

Qualifications

• Expert-level understanding of MiCOM P40 relay protection algorithms.
• Experience in system integration or product ownership in power systems.
• Ability to bridge technical detail with business priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and systems engineering support.
• Maintain and prioritize the product backlog.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Deep expertise in protection and control systems

Proven expertise with MiCOM P40 series

Strong understanding of protection principles

Experience in Agile product development

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Job Description Summary

A Product Engineer at GE Vernova is responsible for supporting the technical and system engineering that in turn results in better design, validation, and lifecycle management of products within the company's energy and power systems portfolio. Ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams—such as R&D, third party (suppliers and contributors), manufacturing, quality, and product management—to ensure products meet performance, cost, and reliability targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Systems Engineering
• Provide expert-level understanding of MiCOM P40 relay protection algorithms.
• Understanding of IEC 61850 standard and its application in power systems protection.
• Define and review functional and technical specifications for new developments.
• Perform system-level analysis to ensure product performance meets or exceeds grid protection requirements.
• MATLAB simulation for Protection Algorithms (ideal)
• Support the investigation and resolution of complex product issues.
• Act as a technical point of contact for major customers and strategic projects.

• Product Ownership
• Act as the voice of the customer for MiCOM P40 within development teams.
• Maintain and prioritise the product backlog in alignment with the Product Manager's strategy and roadmap.
• Translate high-level product vision into clear, actionable requirements and user stories.
• Work closely with R&D to ensure successful delivery of new features, enhancements, and firmware updates.

• Collaboration & Communication
• Partner with cross-functional teams (hardware, firmware, software, validation, application engineering).
• Present technical and product updates to internal teams and customers.
• Support product demonstrations, technical training, and trade shows as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Deep expertise in protection and control systems. Ideally in protection relay engineering, system integration, or product ownership in the power systems protection and control field.
• Proven expertise with MiCOM P40 series or equivalent IEC 61850-compliant protection relays.
• Strong understanding of protection principles (distance, differential, overcurrent, busbar etc.) and utility applications, with a focus on the transmission level.
• Experience in Agile product development and backlog management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to bridge technical detail with business priorities.

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 fulfill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotal 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