Sr Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer

Join GE Vernova's Grid Automation R&D team to spearhead the next generation of power system protection and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

The Sr Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer will report to the Application Engineering Team Leader where we will provide solutions and technical leadership to help drive innovation of GE Vernova Grid Solutions protection and control devices. You will define product technical requirements and specifications, conduct simulations, and provide model-based design expertise and mentorship to the team members.

You will be a seasoned technical authority with a deep understanding of power system protection and control capable of developing robust solutions to meet customer requirements and future market trends. You will demonstrate leadership, communication and collaboration skills, capable of shaping technical solutions and guidance to team members.

Join GE Vernova's Grid Automation R&D team to lead the next generation of power system protection and contribute to the green energy transition.

The Senior Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer will report to the Application Engineering Team Lead. You will provide solutions and technical leadership to drive innovation in GE Vernova's Grid Solutions protection and control devices. You will define technical product requirements and specifications, perform simulations, and provide model-based design expertise as well as mentorship to team members.

You will be a seasoned technical authority, possessing a deep understanding of power system protection and control, capable of developing robust solutions to meet customer needs and future market trends. You will demonstrate leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, capable of shaping technical solutions and guiding team members.

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with Program & Product Management teams to create high-level design specifications.
• Develop and support protection and control solutions utilizing design specifications and model-based design which facilitates code generation.
• Perform system studies and simulations using appropriate tools to validate algorithms.
• Analyze user specifications / requirements to recommend appropriate solutions.
• Analyze market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova's P&C products.
• Provide technical consultation to cross-functional teams throughout the business to improve or resolve product, application, or field issues.
• Provide technical consultation, leadership, and guidance throughout the entire NPI design process.
• Author technical papers and present materials at trade shows and conferences for GE Vernova P&C products and algorithms.
• Innovate and develop Intellectual Property in the area and adjacent areas of power system protection.
• Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required.
• Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new and/or experienced engineers, specialists, and technicians when required.
• Take ownership of product and/or application.
• Lead and own technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work with Program & Product Management teams to create high-level design specifications.
• Develop and support protection and control solutions using design specifications and model-based design (model-based design) facilitating code generation.
• Perform system studies and simulations using appropriate tools to validate algorithms.
• Analyze user specifications/requirements to recommend appropriate solutions.
• Analyze market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova's P&C (Protection & Control) products.
• Provide technical consultations to cross-functional teams within the company to improve or resolve product, application, or field issues.
• Provide technical advice, leadership, and guidance throughout the entire NPI (New Product Introduction) design process.
• Write technical articles and present material at trade shows and conferences regarding GE Vernova's P&C (Protection & Control) products and algorithms.
• Innovate and develop intellectual property in this field and its adjacent fields.
• Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required.
• Provide technical advice, direction, and training to new and/or experienced engineers, specialists, and technicians, as needed.
• Take ownership of a product and/or application.
• Lead and own technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• Minimum 10 years of overall experience in protection and control system design and studies. And minimum of 5 years of experience in developing detailed design specifications for protection and control (P&C) algorithms, preferably within a relay manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience in power system protection, automation, and control product design.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model 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.
• Knowledge or experience of metering, wireless / Ethernet / serial communications applicable to P&C (such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0, and IEC60870-5-103).

Desired Characteristics

• Field experience will be beneficial.
• Familiarity with grid modernization technologies, virtualization, and high voltage systems is highly desirable and considered a strong plus.
• Good communication skills with a proactive and open approach to conflict resolution.
• Collaborative approach to working in a team, displaying initiative and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Flexible and adaptable; open to change and modification of tasks, working in a multi-tasking environment.
• Working knowledge of GE Vernova protections, networking, and substation automation products is preferred.
• Proven record of writing and presenting papers at industry conferences.
• Experience in developing applications for the Protection and controller market in the Real-Time Controller market.
• Actively participating in International Standard related activities.
• Mentoring fresh minds.
• Field experience will be beneficial.
• Familiarity with grid modernization technologies, virtualization, and high voltage systems is highly desirable and considered a strong plus.
• Good communication skills with a proactive and open approach to conflict resolution.
• Collaborative approach to working in a team, displaying initiative and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Flexible and adaptable; open to change and modification of tasks, working in a multi-tasking environment.
• Working knowledge of GE Vernova protections, networking, and substation automation products is preferred.
• Proven record of writing and presenting papers at industry conferences.
• Experience in developing applications for the protection and real-time controller market.
• Active participation in activities related to international standards.
• Mentoring of recent graduates/new talent.

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of overall experience in the design and study of power system protection and control systems. Minimum of 5 years of experience in developing detailed design specifications for protection and control (P&C) algorithms, preferably in a relay manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience in the design of power system protection, automation, and control products.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model 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.
• Knowledge or experience in metering, wireless / Ethernet / serial communications 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 $120,000 and $170,000 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 and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

The Sr Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer will report to the Application Engineering Team Leader where we will provide solutions and technical leadership to help drive innovation of GE Vernova Grid Solutions protection and control devices. You will define product technical requirements and specifications, conduct simulations, and provide model-based design expertise and mentorship to the team members.

You will be a seasoned technical authority with a deep understanding of power system protection and control capable of developing robust solutions to meet customer requirements and future market trends. You will demonstrate leadership, communication and collaboration skills, capable of shaping technical solutions and guidance to team members.

Rejoignez l'équipe R&D de Grid Automation de GE Vernova pour piloter la prochaine génération de protection des systèmes électriques et contribuer à la transition vers l'énergie verte.

L'ingénieur d'application senior en protection et contrôle des systèmes électriques sera sous la responsabilité du chef d'équipe Ingénierie d'application. Vous apporterez des solutions et un leadership technique pour stimuler l'innovation des dispositifs de protection et de contrôle de GE Vernova Grid Solutions. Vous définirez les exigences et spécifications techniques des produits, effectuerez des simulations et fournirez une expertise en conception basée sur les modèles ainsi qu'un mentorat aux membres de l'équipe.

Vous serez une autorité technique chevronnée, possédant une compréhension approfondie de la protection et du contrôle des systèmes électriques, capable de développer des solutions robustes pour répondre aux besoins des clients et aux futures tendances du marché. Vous démontrerez des compétences en leadership, en communication et en collaboration, capables de façonner des solutions techniques et d'orienter les membres de l'équipe.

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with Program & Product Management teams to create high-level design specifications.
• Develop and support protection and control solutions utilising design specifications, model-based design which facilitates code generation.
• Perform system studies and simulations using appropriate tools to validate algorithms.
• Analyse user specifications / requirements to recommend appropriate solutions.
• Analyse market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova's P&C products.
• Provide technical consultation to cross-functional teams throughout the business to improve or resolve products, applications or field issues.
• Provide technical consultation, leadership, and guidance throughout the entire NPI design process.
• Author technical papers and present materials at tradeshows and conferences for GE Vernova P&C products and algorithms.
• Innovate and develop Intellectual Property in the area and adjacent areas of power system protection.
• Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required.
• Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new and/or experienced engineers, specialists, technicians when required.
• To take ownership of product and/or application.
• Lead and own technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Travailler avec les équipes de gestion de programme et de produit pour créer des spécifications de conception de haut niveau.
• Développer et soutenir des solutions de protection et de contrôle en utilisant des spécifications de conception et une conception basée sur les modèles (model-based design) facilitant la génération de code.
• Réaliser des études système et des simulations à l'aide d'outils appropriés pour valider les algorithmes.
• Analyser les spécifications/exigences des utilisateurs pour recommander des solutions adaptées.
• Analyser les tendances et les exigences du marché pour proposer de nouveaux développements dans les produits P&C (Protection & Contrôle) de GE Vernova.
• Fournir des consultations techniques aux équipes interfonctionnelles de l'entreprise pour améliorer ou résoudre des problèmes de produits, d'applications ou de terrain.
• Fournir des conseils techniques, un leadership et une orientation tout au long du processus de conception NPI (New Product Introduction).
• Rédiger des articles techniques et présenter du matériel lors de salons et de conférences concernant les produits et algorithmes P&C de GE Vernova.
• Innover et développer la propriété intellectuelle dans ce domaine et ses domaines adjacents.
• Aider à la préparation de matériel de formation et dispenser des formations, si nécessaire.
• Fournir des conseils techniques, une orientation et une formation aux ingénieurs, spécialistes et techniciens, nouveaux ou expérimentés, lorsque nécessaire.
• Assumer la responsabilité d'un produit et/ou d'une application.
• Mener et diriger des discussions techniques avec les parties prenantes internes et externes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• Minimum 10 years of overall experience in protection and control system design and studies. And minimum of 5 years of experience in developing detailed design specifications for protection and control (P&C) algorithms, preferably within a relay manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience in power system protection, automation, and control product design.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model 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.
• Knowledge or experience of metering, wireless / Ethernet / serial communications applicable to P&C (such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0 and IEC60870-5-103).

Desired Characteristics

• Field experience will be beneficial.
• Familiarity with grid modernization technologies, virtualization and high voltage system is highly desirable and considered a strong plus.
• Good communication skills with a proactive and open approach to conflict resolution.
• Collaborative approach to working in a team, displaying initiative and proactive approach to tasks.
• Flexible and adaptable; open to change and modification of tasks, working in multi-tasking environment.
• Working knowledge of GEV protections, networking, and substation automation products is preferred.
• Proven record of writing and presenting papers at industry conferences.
• Experience in developing applications for the Protection and controller market in Real Time Controller market.
• Actively participating in International Standard related activities.
• Mentoring fresh minds.
• Une expérience sur le terrain serait un atout.
• La familiarité avec les technologies de modernisation du réseau, la virtualisation et les systèmes à haute tension est hautement souhaitable et considérée comme un avantage majeur.
• Bonnes compétences en communication avec une approche proactive et ouverte de la résolution des conflits.
• Approche collaborative du travail en équipe, faisant preuve d'initiative et d'une approche proactive des tâches.
• Flexible et adaptable; ouvert au changement et à la modification des tâches, travaillant dans un environnement multitâche.
• Une connaissance pratique des protections, du réseautage et des produits d'automatisation de sous-stations de GE Vernova est privilégiée.
• Dossier prouvé de rédaction et de présentation d'articles lors de conférences industrielles.
• Expérience dans le développement d'applications pour le marché des contrôleurs en temps réel.
• Participation active aux activités liées aux normes internationales.
• Mentorat de jeunes diplômés/nouveaux talents.

• Master ou doctorat en génie électrique ou discipline connexe auprès d'une institution accréditée, ou connaissances/expérience équivalentes.
• Minimum de 10 ans d'expérience globale dans la conception et les études de systèmes de protection et de contrôle. Minimum de 5 ans d'expérience dans le développement de spécifications de conception détaillées pour des algorithmes de protection et de contrôle (P&C), de préférence dans un environnement de fabrication de relais.
• Expérience approfondie dans la conception de produits de protection, d'automatisation et de contrôle des systèmes électriques.
• Connaissance pratique de MATLAB/Simulink pour la conception de 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.
• Connaissance ou expérience en comptage, communications sans fil / Ethernet / série applicables au P&C (telles 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 $120,000 and $170,000 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