Lead AC Control Automation Engineer

GE Vernova, Inc.; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

International team

Flexible work agreements

Development opportunities

Job summary

GE Grid Solutions is seeking a Lead AC Control Automation System Engineer to lead design, testing, and deployment of digital control systems for HVDC substations. You will ensure high availability and protection of people and equipment while coordinating with a global engineering Centre of Excellence.

You will work within an international team, assume responsibility for technical delivery, and contribute to FATs, integration, and commissioning activities with moderate travel (~10%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/Electrical/Automation engineering or related field.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in control system development for HVDC-like applications (Oil&Gas, electrical substations, transmission).
• Knowledge of IEC 61850, HMI/SCADA, and communication networks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the overall technical solution that meets customer requirements.
• Define control system architecture for HVDC projects.
• Build and update project signal lists and test strategies.
• Lead FAT tests and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure delivery.
• Interface with suppliers and supervise FATs and manufacturing.

Skills

Control systems development

HVDC Substation knowledge

IEC 61850

IEDs (Intelligent Electronic Devices)

Electrical network design

Communication protocols

Education

Degree in Electronics/Electrical/Automation engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Visio, Excel)

SCADA/HMI tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

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 full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable 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.

As a Lead AC Control Automation System Engineer, you will report to the Control & Protection Engineering Manager and will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic team of engineers working on the requirement, design, integration, installation, and commissioning of HVDC Control & Protection Systems.

Lead AC Control Automation Engineer scope covers design, testing and deployment support for digital control system of our HVDC substations. Our system controls and monitors the transmission of energy, to guarantee the high availability of the substation as well as to protect people and equipment.

Why we come to work: At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we are always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you will 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 will be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer

• Working in an international team which is part of global Engineering HVDC Centre of Excellence within Grid Integration based in Stafford.


• A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements.


• Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

As Lead Control Automation System Engineer, you will be responsible of delivering the overall technical solution that meets customer Requirements. This includes the following activities:

• Customer requirements capture and analysis.


• Definition of control system architecture for a HVDC project.


• Build and update signal list of the project.


• Define control test strategy.


• define detailed test plans and procedures and execute/lead/supervise tests execution.


• SCADA/HMI development


• Lead and support FAT tests for his/her scope.


• Collaborate with different stakeholders (Project Manager, technical experts, site team, ...) to ensure successful delivery of his/her scope of work.

• Interface with equipment supplier, monitor manufacturing of cabinets and supervise Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)


• Participate to the investigation of technical problems and the establishment of procedures and corrective actions to avoid recurrences.


• Assist site activities relevant to the installation and commissioning of the control system.


• Prepare replies to customer comments on technical submittals in coordination with project management.


• Attend, as needed, meeting with customers/contractors/ consultants for technical discussions.


• Follow the departments standard design practices, engineering reviews and guidelines.


• Apply engineering policies and procedures.


• Support department Continuous Improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics/Electrical/Automation engineering or related field.

• Minimum of 12-year experience in Control system development in similar application field to HVDC: Oil&Gas, Electrical Substations, transmission, and distribution, …


• Good understanding of Electrical systems Engineering.


• Strong knowledge about communication protocols and networks


• Working experience with IEDs (Intelligent Electronic Devices)


• Good knowledge about communication design ( Fiber Optics, Ethernet network, …)


• Knowledge about norms, standards, and technologies of Control design in electrical transmission and distribution systems: like IEC 61850


• Knowledge of HMI and Scada system


• Ability to understand Electrical drawing.


• Tools: MS office (Word, Visio, Excel),


• Technical documentation and communication skills

Languages: English

• Availability to travel ~10% of time

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge in Cybersecurity


• Knowledge about HVDC stations and main components.


• Languages: English

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes