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Job Description Summary

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.

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

As a Lead 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 Control Automation System Engineer's 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 .

Roles and Responsibilities :

As Lead Control 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 5-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: French

Please note that this job offer is posted in prevision of future needs to be opened in our sites (Villeurbanne, FR & Berlin, GER) in 2024.

Your CV will be analyzed by the recruiter in charge & if it fits with job requirements, you will be soon contacted for a first visio call.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No