Lead Control Automation System Engineer
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Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
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£46,100
(£23.64 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
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’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
At GE Vernova, we're accelerating the shift to a cleaner, more reliable global grid. As a Lead Control & Automation Systems Engineer within our High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Centre of Excellence in Stafford, you'll be at the heart of that mission — leading the design, configuration, and delivery of the digital control and protection systems that keep power flowing safely and efficiently across the world.
This is a technically hands-on leadership role where your expertise shapes real projects, your decisions carry weight, and your mentorship builds the next generation of power systems engineers.
What You'll Do
You'll Take End-to-end Technical Ownership Of HVDC Control & Protection System Design And Delivery, Working Across Engineering Disciplines Including New Product Introduction (NPI), Issue-to-Order (ITO), Order-to-Receipt (OTR), And Product Care Teams. Specifically, You Will
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
- Working in an international team which is part of global Engineering HVDC Centre of Ex-cellence within Grid Integration based in Stafford.
- A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexi-bility of work agreements
- Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities
At GE Vernova, we're accelerating the shift to a cleaner, more reliable global grid. As a Lead Control & Automation Systems Engineer within our High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Centre of Excellence in Stafford, you'll be at the heart of that mission — leading the design, configuration, and delivery of the digital control and protection systems that keep power flowing safely and efficiently across the world.
This is a technically hands-on leadership role where your expertise shapes real projects, your decisions carry weight, and your mentorship builds the next generation of power systems engineers.
What You'll Do
You'll Take End-to-end Technical Ownership Of HVDC Control & Protection System Design And Delivery, Working Across Engineering Disciplines Including New Product Introduction (NPI), Issue-to-Order (ITO), Order-to-Receipt (OTR), And Product Care Teams. Specifically, You Will
- Lead control system design and delivery — own the full lifecycle of digital control system development, including requirements definition, configuration, testing, and commissioning of HVDC Control & Protection systems, covering network and cybersecurity design, control panel documentation, and Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) witnessing.
You're an experienced control and protection systems engineer with a strong track record in digital substation automation and a natural ability to lead technical teams and complex projects.
Required
- A formal education in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or a related discipline is valued, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
- Strong, proven experience in control and protection system design within power or substation environments.
- Proven technical leadership in a complex systems engineering environment, with experience making independent technical decisions and engaging subject matter experts when needed.
- Track record of designing systems that meet or exceed design requirements, cost targets, and reliability expectations.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly to both internal and external audiences.
- A key role within an international, collaborative engineering team at GE Vernova's global HVDC Centre of Excellence.
- A dynamic working environment with flexibility in work arrangements.
- Competitive benefits and genuine development opportunities within a business shaping the future of energy
Relocation Assistance Provided: No