Lead AC Control Automation System Engineer

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 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 Summary

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 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.

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

Desired Qualifications

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided : Yes

Key Skills

Continuous Integration,APIs,Automotive software,Test Cases,Electrical Engineering,Junit,Distributed Control Systems,Testng,Java,Test Automation,Programmable Logic Controllers,Selenium

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1