Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer (Part Time)

Join GE Vernova’s Grid Automation R&D team to spearhead the next generation of power system protection. As a Lead Application Engineer, you will bridge the gap between complex power system theory and real-world algorithm implementation, playing a pivotal role in the global transition to sustainable, green energy.

The Lead Application Engineer will provide solutions and create detailed design specification related to power system protection algorithms. The successful candidate will be a solid team player, with a methodical and structured approach to their work, with excellent verbal and written communication skills with comprehensive understanding of power systems and power system protection concepts and principles. Lead Application Engineer must be able to establish and maintain strong relationships with product teams for implementation.

 

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in protection and control system design and studies. And minimum of 3 years experience in developing detailed design specifications for P&C algorithms preferably within a relay manufacturing environment.

• Strong Experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development: protection/control scheme design, relay settings

• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design and power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD or ATP/EMTP.

• AI Skills for Agentic AI Development:

• • Use AI for generating and validating protection logic or algorithims, settings files, and Matlab integration of protecton element design

• • Ability to audit AI-generated engineering artifacts against IEC/IEEE standards for correctness and safety

• • Integrate AI tools into settings/documentation workflows without compromising compliance traceability

• Field experience will be beneficial: FAT/SAT support

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• 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.

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• Working knowledge of GEV protections, networking, and substation automation products is preferred.

• Deep knowledge in power system protection.

• Experience in developing power system protection and control applications in Real Time Controller market.

• Familiarity of communication protocols applicable to P&C (such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0 and IEC60870-5-103).

 

 

Candidates should be aware that this role involves a client's critical infrastructure; shortlisted candidates would therefore be subject to heightened security checks as directed by our clients. All personal data will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our data protection policies, solely for recruitment and security purposes.