Senior Secondary Design Engineer HVDC

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Berlin
In-Office
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
Lead the design and integration of Control & Protection systems in HVDC projects, manage design teams, and oversee project execution and efficiency.
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Job Description SummarySenior Secondary Design Engineer HVDC oversees the Control & Protection design, development, and integration of Conventional Control systems, Electrical distribution, Digital control systems/software, telecom & monitoring for both High Voltage DC.
She/he is leading and coordinating a secondary design teams, collaborates with team leaders, support lead engineers, and manages the engineering process. Responsibilities include resource allocation, seeking design subcontractors for workload optimization, and ensuring efficient project execution within budget. You actively organize knowledge transfer and capitalize on experiences to enhance engineering efficiency.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

A specialist in Control, protection and other low voltage system:

  • Design the Control system, protection system, Electrical distribution, telecom & monitoring of complex HVDC substations including single line diagram, schematic diagram, protection system, electrical consumption, and design of auxiliary services, interlocking, communication & network.

  • Initiate & support the procurement of equipment through bill of material and associated specifications

  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to ensure the integration into the overall substation design.

  • Provide technical support to customers, project and tendering teams.

  • Consulted on design task list at project launch for scope of work and time scheduling.

  • Check that all required engineering tools are available.

A Team Leader:

  • Leadership: Inspire and mentor your team of Designers for project success.

  • Process Ownership:
    Manage the Control& Protection Design process, ensuring adherence to standards.
    Drive continuous improvement of both processes and tools, ensuring alignment with customer and market needs
    Develop strategic partnerships with internal and external engineering suppliers.

  • Projects Oversight: Direct design activities to ensure alignment with project milestones and objectives.

  • Resource Optimization:
    Allocate resources based on projects milestone
    Enhance internal competencies for efficient subcontracting
    Addressing skill gaps through targeted people development plan..

  • Collaboration:
    Foster seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams.
    Build engineering strategic partnerships to enhance project delivery and outcomes.
    You support your project team lead at project launch

  • Performance Management:
    Accountable for design budget on projects and tendering support
    Establish and monitor performance metrics, providing constructive feedback for team development.

Qualifications / Essential Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.

  • Extensive expertise in substation control system design, electrical distribution, ancillary services, and comprehensive knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and tools.

  • Several years of hands-on experience in engineering within EPC projects, including Transmission & Distribution (T&D), Power Generation, or equivalent.

  • Significant background in the High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) industry.

  • Proven leadership with a strong technical foundation and effective problem-solving skills.

  • Familiarity with products, manufacturing processes, project execution risks, and processes.

  • Experience with CAD software and substation design tools is advantageous.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, adept at creating and delivering presentations to stakeholders.

  • Capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines while prioritizing safety, quality, and engineering integrity.

  • Flexibility in working hours and willingness to travel globally

  • Fluent in English and minimum B2 level in German

What We're Offering:

  • Professional Growth: Dynamic team, extensive resources, and training for skill development.

  • Cutting-Edge Projects: Involvement in high-profile, innovative HV substation projects.

  • Global Exposure: Collaboration with a diverse, global network of industry experts.

  • Collaborative Environment: Supportive culture fostering creativity and teamwork.

Perspectives:

  • Career Advancement: Opportunities for leadership and career growth within the organization.

  • Technological Innovation: Contribution to the forefront of sustainable energy solutions.

  • Industry Impact: Influence on global energy infrastructure and sustainability.

  • Professional Network: Building valuable connections within the energy sector.

This role not only offers the excitement of working on cutting-edge projects but also provides a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and impact within the global energy industry.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Top Skills

Cad Software
Control Systems
Electrical Distribution
Hvdc
Software Engineering
Telecommunications
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The Company
HQ: , Cambridge, MA
75,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2024

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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