As Global Control Automation System Leader you will be responsible for developing and executing global Control Automation strategies, leading smell teams, managing budgets, and engineering process & tools, developing department talent, provide technical guidance, drive consistent design practices and common global processes for projects, Lessons learnt, continuous improvement, Safety, quality, on time delivery and cost.Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
- Overseeing the overall technical solution that meets customer Requirement based on reference Solution.
- Identify and drive improvements in engineering, operational tools, processes, systems & technical solutions to improve our customer value and business efficiency.
- Uphold the principles of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost (SQDC) within the teams.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages continuous improvement and learning.
- Work closely with Team Managers to plan execution strategies, provide engineering estimates, identify risks and put mitigation strategies for new opportunities.
- Lead and mentor a global team of automation engineers and specialists, fostering collaboration and technical development.
- Be the owner of all aspects of HVDC IEC 61850 Implementation and system deployment, system Configuration, and validation, as well as all usual integration challenges of the control & protection system.
- Implement and maintain the control & protection system reference and customer solutions.
- Execute and provide guidance for the analysis / evaluation of assigned projects that meet business standards, practices and procedures and the product / program requirements.
- Responsible for coaching and developing department talent.
- Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in areas of operational/product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations.
- Continuously improving the product in terms of delivery speed, stability and reliability.
- Ensure security and compliance standards are taken into consideration into the design decisions.
- Review and approve design documents, implement, and ensures quality deliverables on time and within targeted cost.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in industrial control systems, electrical and electronic engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in automation and control systems engineering, with a track record of successful project leadership.
- A significant background in configuring Substation Bay Controllers / Merging Units / IEC61850 IED’s.
- 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.
- Excellent knowledge of commonly used Layer2&3 protocols such as Ipv4, OSPF,LACP,DMZ,VPN/ DMS/ADMS/ DNP, IEC, Modbus.
- 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.
Desired Characteristics
- Strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, HMI, DCS, Networks, and other related automation and controls technologies.
- Experienced Engineering Leader – Technical & Operational.
- Experience of multi-discipline system integration projects.
- Basic knowledge of OT cybersecurity (standards such as IEC62443/NIST etc.) and functional safety per IEC 61508 is advantageous.
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze 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.
About Us:
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition – and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
About GEV Grid Solutions:
At GEV 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 GEV, 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
Top Skills
What We Do
GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.
If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different.
Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver.
GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.
Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.
Why Work With Us
Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.
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