Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

As a Senior Control & Protection Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for leading Engineering team that designs, develops, configuration and Verification of HVDC Control & Protection Systems, and working across two engineering disciplines.

Solution and engineering centre (NPI, ITO, OTR and Product Care) in all aspects of HVDC Control & Protection system, supports the design and implementation of HVDC Control & Protection Systems by analysing customer requirements, assessing the necessary deviation from standard solutions, and also provide technical solution that meets the, project delivery and Tender objectives.

This includes the following:

• Developing organizational talent.

• Engineering process management.

• Provide technical guidance.

• Drive consistent design practices and common global processes for projects.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• As a Senior Control& Protection Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team that designs, develops, configuration and Verification of HVDC Control & Protection Systems, drive consistent design practices, common global processes for projects implementation and also provide technical solution that meets the project and Tender objectives.

• Development of PSCAD Network Model, Control MATLAB application Model, Control system block diagram, ONM Manuals. MATLAB application unit and system integration testing.

• PSSE / PSCAD and PSSE / RSCAD Power system network conversion, modelling and verification.

• HVDC System in electromagnetic transient tools like PSCAD, EMTP-RV etc.

• Plant modelling in various simulation tools (MATLAB, RSCAD, PSCAD etc) and its verification.

• Dynamic performance studies using both offline and online simulation tools.

• Control parameters tuning to meet grid stability criteria specified in customer technical specifications.

• Algorithm and state machine development in MATLB Simulink.

• Conversion of MATLB Simulink algorithms to other suitable time domain library models.

• Execute and provide guidance for the analysis / evaluation of assigned projects that meet business standards, practices and procedures and the product / program requirements.

• Support improvements to existing algorithm/strategies for power fault recovery or instability issues during DPS studies.

• Ensure that project plans contain the necessary activities and studies required to meet the requirements of the customer and the proposed technical solution.

• Responsible for recruiting, coaching, and/or developing organizational talent.

• Responsible for providing direction and/or guidance to exempt specialists and/or supervisory staff who exercise significant latitude and independence in their assignments. May supervise non-exempt employees.

• Manage the engineering resources, workload, schedule and project milestones.

• Play a key role in engineering design reviews and technical leadership, identifying potential project risks and technical weaknesses and proposing safe, reliable and compliant solutions.

• Works closely with internal and external customers to arrive at engineering specifications that optimise the commercial potential of new and existing products. Ensures that the available technologies and components are appropriately exploited in product design.

• Keeps the organization's vision and values at the forefront of decision making and action.

• Builds strategic partnerships to further departmental and organisational objectives.

• Develops and executes organisational and operational policies that affect one or more groups by utilising technical / professional knowledge and skills.

• Define the project work breakdown structure (WBS), resources and skill levels required to meet the delivery timescales.

Required Qualifications:

• Engineering degree or equivalent including power systems and power electronics subjects or proven equivalent knowledge and experience in HVDC business.

• Extensive experience in HVDC industry including HVDC station equipment and design.

• A great sense of urgency and ability to identify and manage team organisational risks.

• Proven skills in managing and leading team with an excellent technical background.

• Experienced in Protection & Control system design application and have strong problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

• Demonstrated ability to analyse and resolve problems.

• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.

• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

• Established project management skills.

• Proven technical leadership in a complex system engineering development environment.

• Proactively serves on cross functional leadership teams; Makes decisions independently; Pulls in experts when needed.

• Demonstrates track record of designing quality systems/components that exceed design reqs,beat cost targets, and exceed reliability targets

Desired characteristics:

• Knowledge of applicable electrical standards such as IEC 61850, IEC 62351, IEC 12207, IEEE 15288, IEC 25010, IEC 27032, NERC / CIP.

• Process improvement or RCA experience or certification.

• Ability to define requirements and ensure they adhere to best practice.

• Experienced in technical leadership.

• Experience working in HVDC industry.

• Experience in HVDC Protection is added advantage.

Grid Solutions, a GE Vernova business, serves customers globally with over 20,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. Grid Solutions is focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

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.

Why we come to work:

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

What we offer:

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

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No