Verification and Validation Engineer

Quest Global Engineering Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Stafford is seeking a Verification & Validation Engineer to oversee HVDC Control Systems. The role involves designing tests, ensuring software correctness, and conducting analysis on test results. Candidates should possess an engineering degree and strong problem-solving skills, with knowledge in HVDC systems and experience in Agile methodologies. This is a full-time permanent position offering competitive terms.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HVDC control systems and their design.
• Experience with test management tools is essential.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical standards like IEC 61850.

Responsibilities

• Ensure verification and validation of HVDC Control Systems.
• Design and create test cases based on software requirements.
• Review and analyze test results, reporting status and findings.

Skills

Software Development Life Cycle

Agile methodologies

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Excel

PSCAD / RSCAD studies

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

MATLAB

PSS/E

Job description

Verification & Validation Engineer

Staffordshire, UK

Full Time Permanent Hire

Required Experience

• Engineering degree (or equivalent) including power systems and power electronics subjects or proven equivalent HVDC knowledge and experience.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle, particularly the V-Model.
• Knowledge of HVDC control systems, protection, and sequencing strategy.
• Understanding of HVDC station equipment and interlocking design.
• Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with test management tools.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, especially in test environments, lab setups, and debugging.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with PSCAD / RSCAD dynamic performance studies.
• Knowledge of Line Commutated Converters (LCC) or Voltage Source Converters (VSC).
• Experience with tools such as PSCAD, PSS/E, MATLAB, etc.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical standards (e.g., IEC 61850).

Job Responsibilities

• The Lead Verification and Validation Engineer ensures the verification and validation of HVDC Control Systems by designing, developing, and executing tests on Controls Software.
• The role ensures both that the software is built correctly and that the correct software is built, aligned with customer and project requirements.
• Design and create test cases based on software requirements.
• Execute test procedures and provide clear, structured reporting of results.
• Review and analyse test results, reporting status and findings.
• Communicate failures and issues to relevant engineering teams with clarity and accuracy.
• Understand key project plan milestones and ensure required testing activities are properly scheduled.
• Support continual improvement efforts by introducing new tools, methods, and process enhancements in collaboration with Continuous Improvement leaders.
• Promote a standard product methodology mindset, identifying opportunities for solution re-use and improving quality, reliability, and delivery timelines.
• Lead the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) with clients.
• Conduct gap analysis between standard/design requirements and customer technical requirements, defining associated test needs.
• Provide expertise on control system requirements for RTDS lab setups, including AC/DC interface requirements, Plant Emulator interface needs, and power system modelling and verification in RSCAD.
• Apply strong problem‑solving capabilities to support test execution, lab setup issues, and debugging challenges.