Lead Control Automation System Engineer

1 week ago

Cannock, Staffordshire, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time
Job Description Summary

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

As a Lead Control Automation System Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the requirement, design, implementation, and development of the digital control system of the HVDC Control & Protection system.

As part of this role, you will be working closely across various engineering disciplines within HVDC business.

Solution and engineering centre (NPI, ITO, OTR, and Product Care) in all aspects of HVDC Control & Protection system, this includes developing organizational talent and Engineering process management, provide technical guidance, mentoring, drive consistent design practices, common global processes for projects implementation, and also provide technical solutions that meet the NPI, project delivery, and Tender objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Responsible for leading overall requirement, design, implementation, and testing of the digital control system of the HVDC Control & Protection system this includes network & Cybersecurity design
  • Lead the configuration of IEC61850 IED's via vendor-specific tools and System Configuration Tools for complete system integration.
  • Lead the generation of Substation Configuration description Language (SCL) files for system integration.
  • Knowledge of Sequencing & interlocking principles used in substation automation systems and their implementation on IEC61850 IED's.
  • Lead the design, configuration, and testing required to deliver on time and within defined budgets the HVDC Control System hardware.
  • Lead the testing and debugging of complex IEC61850 communication systems using industry-standard tools such as IEDSCout, Wireshark, etc.
  • Good experience with HMI/SCADA technologies, implementation, testing, and installation.
  • Coordinate and interface the HVDC Control System with Balance of Plant equipment and SCADA systems.
  • Lead in collaboration with NPI teams, the configuration of Remote Terminal Units (RTU), Bay Controllers (BCU) and Merging Units for signal acquisition in digital substation environments.
  • Lead the design of LAN networks / Communication Architectures and configuration of industrial Ethernet switches / routers and satellite clocks.
  • Follow the department's standard design practices, engineering reviews, and guidelines.
  • Panel Electrical Schematics (using Engineering Base tool)
  • Wire/Cable Schedules
  • Routine Test specification
  • General Assembly drawings
  • Bill of Materials
  • Oversee the testing and FAT witnessing of the Control System.
  • Assist site activities relevant to the installation and commissioning of the control system.
  • Share engineering information and promote open dialogue.
  • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for coaching and developing department talent.
  • Continuously improving the product in terms of delivery speed, stability, and reliability
  • Review and approve design documents, implement, and ensure quality deliverables on time and within targeted cost
Requirements
  • Degree in Electronics/Electrical engineering or related field.
  • Excellent background in configuring Substation Bay Controllers/Merging Units/ IEC61850 IED's / HMI / SCADA technologies.
  • Knowledge of industrial communication networks such as IEC61850 and Ethernet-based protocols.
  • Experienced in developing electrical designs for industrial control systems.
  • Knowledge of communication networks Security/Hardening and Cybersecurity best practices.
  • Experience relevant to electrical power systems and Substation automation engineering.
  • Working knowledge of industrial and utility electrical control and protection systems and Digital Control Systems, Substation Automation, and SCADA.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
  • Established project management skills.
  • Proven technical leadership in a complex system engineering development environment
  • Proactively serves on cross-functional leadership teams; Pulls in experts when needed
  • Demonstrates a track record of designing quality systems / components that exceed design reqs, beat cost targets, and exceed reliability targets
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 fulfill the needs of tomorrow. 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.

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.

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