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Digital Control Systems Engineering Manager

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Digital Control Systems Engineering Manager

Markham, Canada

Job Description Summary

The Digital Control Systems Engineering Manager is responsible for managing & developing project technical resources to support project managers' team during project execution. She/he defines, plans & implements delivery model for SCADA, Substation Automation, Substation Networks, Integrated Energy Management Solutions engineering and associated site services activities, in close collaboration with Project Management, Protection & Control and Packaged Solutions Engineering teams. She/he manages an engineering team and ensures the availability of skilled resources.#LI-ML2

Job Description

Main Head of Engineering tasks include:
• Manage engineering team, defining team strategy, set-up & Key Performance indicators

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• Keep high standards in project engineering, efficiency, on time delivery as per EMH rules
• Tracks and manages resource utilization in conjunction with Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure efficiency and ability to meet demand
• Develop Substation Automation Services offerings to contribute to GA service and solutions growth.

Essential Responsibilities:
• Delivery engineering projects on time, as per budget, with highest quality standards
• Analyse and best utilize our automation portfolio options including DS Agile, IEMS, G500, GPG, D20, etc
• Coach engineering team & develop individual & team skills
• Work in close conjunction with the tendering team to ensure timely support as needed on tender estimations and post-delivery project feedback
• Ensure resources optimization & adequate support to Customer projects.
• Development and qualification of external resource contractors to augment skillsets and manage peak loads.
• Interface with customers (internal and external) for most important projects and technical issues resolution
• Ensure full usage of defined Product Line engineering tools with the engineering team, be an active contributor to continuous improvement by sharing enhancement proposals and best practices.
• Define engineering and delivery model strategy for Substation Automation, IEMS and associated site services activities
• Develop & Manage Installed Base data, use it to identify opportunities with Commercial team
• Support interface with central operations and engineering teams for technical priority management
• Be an active contributor to Customer Complaints (ACT or equivalent) solving
• Lead EHS/Safety actions and performance: be fully compliant with GE rules and processes, ensure engineering teams (own and subcontracted) are properly trained and holders of required qualifications when required. Lead to EHS monitoring actions, perform HSV
• Follow GE Vernova compliance Policies ('The Spirit and The Letter') and promote open reporting
• Act as chief operating officer in compliance with engineering regulatory bodies (e.g. APEGA)
• Support Commercial team by return of experience, optimizing engineering costs & deliveries

Qualifications / Requirements:
• Bachelor of Engineering degree from an accredited university or college.
• Engineering and Business knowledge, with mandatory experience in Automation activities
• Min 8 years of experience in Electricity and Automation engineering
• Knowledge of Electricity Transmission, Distribution & Industrial markets
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of network communication protocols including; Modbus, OPC (DA, AE, UA), DNP3, IEC61850 etc.
• Knowledge of cyber asset protection regulations effecting the utilities industry including; NERC CIP, NIST
• Capability to manage & motivate an engineering team
• Autonomy & Rigor
• Fully fluent in English
• Willingness to travel 30%

Desired Characteristics:
• Master's degree in Engineering or Computer Science and P. Eng certification
• Previous work experience in multi-cultural environment
• Proven Leadership under project structure
• Strong business acumen, execution driven, process appliance, PM metrics, teamwork
• Expertise required in: engineering, reporting
• High energy, positive individual loving operational challenges
• Proactivity and reactivity

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Markham, ON, Canada
Job ID: GE_Vernova-353559629
Employment Type: Full Time

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
  • 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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