Senior HVDC Control Systems Engineer - Performance Lead

AL8238 UK Grid Solutions Limited

Stafford

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

GE Vernova’s Grid Systems Integration seeks a Senior Engineer - Control System Performance to join the HVDC NPI team. You will act as a technical adviser, lead development within NPI programs for VSC HVDC control and protection, and contribute to roadmaps and standards.

The role emphasizes governance, innovation, quality, and mentoring of engineering talent, with opportunities to influence HVDC control software architecture and verification across multi-terminal installations.

Qualifications

Master's degree or PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or related field focusing on control system solutions.
Experience leading technical teams to deliver outputs to deadlines.
Experience producing high-quality requirements, design, and test specifications.
Strong experience developing control and protection algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink.
Experience conducting EMT studies for power systems.
Technical understanding of VSC and LCC HVDC technology.
Willingness to travel for business as required.

Responsibilities

Act as a technical advisor to senior leadership and consulting engineers on HVDC control system performance.
Lead development activities within New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes for VSC HVDC control and protection.
Support the development and maintenance of the HVDC Control & Protection Algorithms technology roadmap and identify areas for future advancement.
Drive internal and external standardisation activities, including representation in IEC, CIGRE, and similar professional bodies.
Chair and contribute to technical and product development gate reviews and support robust design review execution.
Support project teams in resolving technical challenges during tendering, delivery, and introduction of new solutions.
Act as a technical authority in major quality issues and root cause analysis activities.
Support competence development, technical education, and knowledge sharing across the organisation and external institutions.
Contribute to patent evaluation, technology synergies across the business, and mentoring of engineering talent.