Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer

Join GE Vernova's Grid Automation R&D team to spearhead the next generation of power system protection. As a Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer, you will bridge the gap between complex power system theory and real-world algorithm implementation, playing a pivotal role in the global transition to sustainable, green energy.

The Lead Application Engineer will provide solutions and create detailed design specification related to power system protection algorithms. The successful candidate will be a solid team player, with a methodical and structured approach to their work, with excellent verbal and written communication skills with comprehensive understanding of power systems and power system protection concepts and principles. Lead Application Engineer must be able to establish and maintain strong relationships with product teams for implementation.

Join GE Vernova's Grid Automation R&D team to drive the next generation of power systems protection. As a Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer, you will bridge the gap between complex power systems theory and concrete algorithm implementation, playing a central role in the global transition to sustainable and green energy.

The Lead Application Engineer will provide solutions and create detailed design specifications related to power systems protection algorithms. The successful candidate must be a true team player, possessing a methodical and structured approach, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a deep understanding of power systems concepts and their protection. The Lead Application Engineer must be able to establish and maintain strong relationships with product teams to ensure successful implementation.

Essential Responsibilities

• Create detailed design specifications for the implementation of protection and control (P&C) algorithms.
• Conduct proof of concept studies using PSCAD, RTDS, or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Drive root cause analysis of incidents related to power system protection algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues related to algorithms, products, and other customer cases.
• Author technical papers and present materials at trade shows and conferences for GE Vernova's products.
• Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required.
• Identify opportunities for patentable innovations to strengthen GE Vernova's Intellectual Property portfolio in digital substation technologies.
• Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new engineers, specialists, and technicians when required.
• Analyze market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova's Digital Energy products.

Essential Responsibilities

• Create detailed design specifications for the implementation of protection and control (P&C) algorithms.
• Conduct proof of concept studies using PSCAD, RTDS, or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Drive root cause analysis of incidents related to power system protection algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues related to algorithms, products, and other customer cases.
• Author technical papers and present materials at trade shows and conferences for GE Vernova's products.
• Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required.
• Identify opportunities for patentable innovations to strengthen GE Vernova's Intellectual Property portfolio in digital substation technologies.
• Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new engineers, specialists, and technicians when required.
• Analyze market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova's Digital Energy products.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in protection and control system design and studies. And minimum of 3 years experience in developing detailed design specifications for P&C algorithms preferably within a relay manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design and power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD, or ATP/EMTP.
• Proven track record of publishing and presenting at industry forums and conferences.
• Familiarity with industry standards and documentation procedures of electrical utilities.
• Knowledge of modern protection and control and distribution automation developments and trends.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in power system protection and control system design and studies. Minimum of 3 years of experience in developing detailed design specifications for P&C algorithms, preferably in a relay manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design and power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD, or ATP/EMTP.
• Proven track record of publishing and presenting at industry forums and conferences.
• Familiarity with industry standards and documentation procedures of electrical utilities.
• Knowledge of modern protection and control and distribution automation developments and trends.

Desired Characteristics

• Field experience will be beneficial.
• Working knowledge of GE Vernova protections, networking, and substation automation products is preferred.
• Deep knowledge in power system protection.
• Experience in developing power system protection and control applications in the Real Time Controller market.
• Familiarity with communication protocols applicable to P&C (such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0, and IEC60870-5-103).

Desired Characteristics

• Field experience will be beneficial.
• Working knowledge of GE Vernova protections, networking, and substation automation products is preferred.
• Deep knowledge in power system protection.
• Experience in developing power system protection and control applications in the Real Time Controller market.
• Familiarity with communication protocols applicable to P&C (such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0, and IEC60870-5-103).

For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $92,300 and $142,300 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Join GE Vernova's Grid Automation R&D team to spearhead the next generation of power system protection. As a Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer, you will bridge the gap between complex power system theory and real-world algorithm implementation, playing a pivotal role in the global transition to sustainable, green energy.

The Lead Application Engineer will provide solutions and create detailed design specification related to power system protection algorithms. The successful candidate will be a solid team player, with a methodical and structured approach to their work, with excellent verbal and written communication skills with comprehensive understanding of power systems and power system protection concepts and principles. Lead Application Engineer must be able to establish and maintain strong relationships with product teams for implementation.

Rejoignez l'équipe R&D de Grid Automation de GE Vernova pour piloter la prochaine génération de protection des systèmes électriques. En tant qu'ingénieur d'application principal en protection et contrôle des systèmes électriques, vous ferez le pont entre la théorie complexe des systèmes électriques et la mise en œuvre d'algorithmes concrets, jouant un rôle central dans la transition mondiale vers une énergie durable et verte.

L'ingénieur d'application principal fournira des solutions et créera des spécifications de conception détaillées liées aux algorithmes de protection des systèmes électriques. Le candidat retenu devra être un véritable joueur d'équipe, doté d'une approche méthodique et structurée, d'excellentes compétences en communication orale et écrite, ainsi qu'une compréhension approfondie des concepts et principes des systèmes électriques et de leur protection. L'ingénieur d'application principal doit être capable d'établir et d'entretenir des relations solides avec les équipes produit pour assurer la mise en œuvre.

Essential Responsibilities

• To create detailed design specifications for implementation of protection and control (P&C) algorithms.
• Proof of concept studies using PSCAD or RTDS or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Drive the root cause analysis of the incidents related to the power system protection algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues related to the algorithm, product, and other customer cases.
• Author technical papers and present materials at tradeshows and conferences for GE Vernova's products.
• Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required.
• Identify opportunities for patentable innovations to strengthen GE Vernova's Intellectual Property portfolio in digital substation technologies.
• Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new engineers, specialists, technicians when required.
• Analyse market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova's Digital Energy products.

Responsabilités essentielles

• Créer des spécifications de conception détaillées pour la mise en œuvre d'algorithmes de protection et de contrôle (P&C).
• Réaliser des études de faisabilité (Proof of Concept) en utilisant PSCAD, RTDS ou MATLAB/Simulink.
• Mener l'analyse des causes profondes des incidents liés aux algorithmes de protection des systèmes électriques.
• Collaborer avec des équipes interfonctionnelles pour résoudre les problèmes liés aux algorithmes, aux produits et aux autres cas clients.
• Rédiger des articles techniques et présenter du matériel lors de salons et de conférences pour les produits de GE Vernova.
• Aider à la préparation de matériel de formation et dispenser des formations, si nécessaire.
• Identifier les opportunités d'innovations brevetables afin de renforcer le portefeuille de propriété intellectuelle de GE Vernova dans les technologies de sous-stations numériques.
• Fournir des conseils techniques, une orientation et une formation aux nouveaux ingénieurs, spécialistes et techniciens, lorsque nécessaire.
• Analyser les tendances et les exigences du marché pour proposer de nouveaux développements dans les produits d'énergie numérique de GE Vernova.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in protection and control system design and studies. And minimum of 3 years experience in developing detailed design specifications for P&C algorithms preferably within a relay manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design and power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD or ATP/EMTP.
• Proven track record of publishing and presenting at industry forums and conferences
• Familiarity with industry standards and documentation procedures of electrical utilities.
• Knowledge of modern protection and control and distribution automation developments and trends.
  

Qualifications minimales

• Master ou doctorat en génie électrique ou discipline connexe auprès d'une institution accréditée, ou connaissances/expérience équivalentes.
• Minimum de 5 ans d'expérience dans la conception et les études de systèmes de protection et de contrôle. Minimum de 3 ans d'expérience dans le développement de spécifications de conception détaillées pour des algorithmes P&C, de préférence dans un environnement de fabrication de relais.
• Expérience approfondie dans le développement de produits de protection, d'automatisation et de contrôle des systèmes électriques.
• Connaissance pratique de MATLAB/Simulink pour la conception basée sur les modèles et des outils de simulation de systèmes électriques tels que RTDS, PSCAD ou ATP/EMTP.
• Expérience avérée de publication et de présentation dans des forums et conférences de l'industrie.
• Familiarité avec les normes de l'industrie et les procédures de documentation des services publics d'électricité.
• Connaissance des développements et des tendances modernes en matière de protection, de contrôle et d'automatisation de la distribution.

Desired Characteristics

• Field experience will be beneficial.
• Working knowledge of GEV protections, networking, and substation automation products is preferred.
• Deep knowledge in power system protection.
• Experience in developing power system protection and control applications in Real Time Controller market.
• Familiarity of communication protocols applicable to P&C (such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0 and IEC60870-5-103).

Caractéristiques souhaitées

• Une expérience sur le terrain serait un atout.
• Une connaissance pratique des protections, du réseautage et des produits d'automatisation de sous-stations de GE Vernova est privilégiée.
• Connaissance approfondie de la protection des systèmes électriques.
• Expérience dans le développement d'applications de protection et de contrôle des systèmes électriques sur le marché des contrôleurs en temps réel.
• Familiarité avec les protocoles de communication applicables au P&C (tels que IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0 et IEC60870-5-103).

For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $92,300 and $142,300 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No