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GE Vernova

Controls Automation System Engineer

Today• Stafford, United Kingdom

Job Description Summary

Job Description

GE's worldwide HVDC Centre of Excellence in Stafford, provides complete turn-key solutions for the rapidly-growing global HVDC market. Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Test Laboratories and R&D are all located in Stafford.

The role will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning. You will be part of a team that defines the hardware, system configuration and network technical requirements of an HVDC control system as part of a project delivery team.

Main duties and responsibilities will include:

  • Configuration of IEC61850 IED's via vendor specific tools and System Configuration Tools for complete system integration.
  • Generation of Substation Configuration description Language (SCL) files for system integration.
  • Knowledge of interlocking principles used in substation automation systems and their implementation on IEC61850 IED's.
  • Design, configuration and testing required to deliver on time and within defined budgets the HVDC Control System hardware.
  • Good experience with HMI/SCADA technologies, implementation, testing and installation.
  • Testing and debugging of complex IEC61850 communication systems using industry standard tools such as IEDSCout, Wireshark etc.
  • Coordinate and interface the HVDC Control System with Balance of Plant equipment and SCADA systems:

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  • Define the main IO Lists of the control system
  • Analyze signal interfaces and ensure compatibility with the control system
  • Work 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.
  • Design of LAN networks/Communication Architectures and configuration of industrial ethernet switches/routers and satellite clocks
  • Define Control Panel requirements and produce detailed design documentation for the control system using standard design blocks under the guidance of lead engineers. This may include
    • 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.
  • Prepare and present technical information for Substation Control Systems to internal and external customers.
  • 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.
  • Follow the departments standard design practices, engineering reviews and guidelines.
  • Broadening knowledge of own technical discipline


    • Required Qualifications

    • Degree in Electronics/Electrical engineering or related field.
    • Strong background in configuring Substation Bay Controllers/Merging Units/ IEC61850 IED's/HMI/SCADA Technologies
    • Experience in Control Panel design (preferably as used in substation/power plant environments)
    • Strong background in Distributed Control Systems / Substation Automation
    • Experience in working with engineering tools such as AutoCAD, e-base, Microsoft Visio
    • Knowledge of industrial communication networks such as Profibus and Ethernet based protocols.
    • Understanding of fibre optic cabling systems
    • Understanding of LV cable sizing and distribution
    • Control & Protection Relay logics Design techniques
    • Experienced in developing electrical designs for industrial control systems.


    Additional Information

    Relocation Assistance Provided: No

    Client-provided location(s): Stafford, United Kingdom
    Job ID: GE_Vernova-R5052880
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME
    Posted: 2026-09-23T18:42:45

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Health Reimbursement Account
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • FSA
      • FSA With Employer Contribution
      • HSA
      • HSA With Employer Contribution
      • Fitness Subsidies
      • On-Site Gym
      • Mental Health Benefits

    • Parental Benefits

      • Adoption Assistance Program
      • Family Support Resources
      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Adoption Leave

    • Work Flexibility

      • Flexible Work Hours
      • Remote Work Opportunities
      • Hybrid Work Opportunities

    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Casual Dress
      • On-Site Cafeteria
      • Holiday Events

    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Unlimited Paid Time Off
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Summer Fridays

    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K)
      • Stock Purchase Program
      • Performance Bonus
      • Relocation Assistance
      • Financial Counseling
      • Profit Sharing
      • 401(K) With Company Matching

    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Access to Online Courses
      • Lunch and Learns
      • Leadership Training Program
      • Internship Program
      • Associate or Rotational Training Program

    • Diversity and Inclusion

      • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
      • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
      • Unconscious Bias Training

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