Senior Engineer - HVDC Control & Protection System Application (m/f/d)

GE Vernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an experienced HVDC control and protection specialist to join our team driving advanced technology for power transmission. You will influence technical direction, lead engineering efforts, and contribute to a resilient energy future.

The role requires strong leadership, deep HVDC knowledge, and collaboration across GE Vernova businesses. Occasional travel and a passion for engineering excellence are expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with a control systems focus.
• Experience leading technical teams to meet deadlines.
• Experience producing high-quality requirements, design and test specifications.
• Strong background in model-based design using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience conducting EMT studies for power systems.
• Strong HVDC control and protection knowledge for real-time, high-availability systems.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for business.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical authority in HVDC control and protection solutions.
• Approve designs, review execution plans, and support engineering teams.
• Support the HVDC Control & Protection Algorithms roadmap and identify technical advancements.
• Drive standardisation with IEC, CIGRE, and similar bodies.
• Participate in patent evaluation and IP protection.
• Oversee R&D programmes from concept through industrialisation.
• Support tendering, delivery, quality reviews, and root cause analysis.
• Mentor engineering talent and reinforce good engineering practice.

Skills

Technical leadership

MATLAB/Simulink

HVDC control & protection

Requirements & test specs

EMT studies

Travel readiness

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (control systems)

Tools

PSCAD

Job description

Job Description Summary

The energy transition is driving unprecedented growth in electricity demand and transmission capacity. To support this growth, HVDC transmission systems will play a critical role in connecting remote and offshore renewables, interconnecting energy markets, and reinforcing AC grids. Converter stations rely on advanced control and protection systems to ensure efficient, safe, and reliable operation of power electronic valves and associated equipment.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a recognised technical authority in HVDC control and protection solutions, providing support to senior leadership and consulting engineers


• Approve designs, review execution plans, and support engineering teams in delivering robust, high-quality technical solutions


• Support the development and maintenance of the HVDC Control & Protection Algorithms technology roadmap and identify areas for technical advancement


• Drive internal and external standardisation activities, including representation in IEC, CIGRE, and similar professional bodies


• Participate in patent evaluation and support the protection of innovation and intellectual property


• Oversee R&D programmes from concept through industrialisation and promote collaboration across GE Vernova businesses


• Support project tendering, delivery, quality reviews, and root cause analysis for major technical issues


• Mentor engineering talent, reinforce good engineering practice, and support technical governance across the organisation

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or a related field focused on control system development, ideally with a power systems focus or equivalent experience


• Experience leading technical teams to deliver high-quality outputs to business deadlines


• Experience producing high-quality requirements, design, and test specification documents


• Strong experience developing control and protection solutions using model-based design practices in MATLAB/Simulink


• Experience conducting EMT studies for power systems


• Strong technical understanding of HVDC control and protection technology, particularly in high-availability, real-time, flexible control systems


• Deep knowledge of control algorithm principles, implementation and integration, control software architecture, interaction studies, grid forming control, and control system verification and validation


• Willingness to travel occasionally for business

Preferred Experience

• Worked with multi-terminal HVDC systems


• PSCAD simulation software


• Expertise in HVDC control and protection solutions

Why Join GE Vernova

You will join a team developing advanced control and protection technology that is essential to the future of transmission infrastructure. This role offers the chance to influence technical direction, lead high-impact engineering work, and contribute directly to a more sustainable and resilient energy future.

Our Culture

Every action shapes our future. That’s why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve.

Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy.

Our technology helps generate approximately twenty-five percent of the world’s electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!

We're determined to be the best place to grow

We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We’re committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. No two careers are the same, and yours should reflect your personal and professional goals. Your people leader and trusted mentors will support you through navigating your journey.

We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.

Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No