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GE Vernova

Engineer - Control & Protection

Chennai, India

Job Description Summary

The Engineer provides direction and assistance to work group to meet assigned objectives. In this role you 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.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Execute, with guidance from senior engineering resources, the analysis, design, test, or integration required to define, and support assigned components, assemblies or systems that meet business standards and program / product requirements
  • Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers
  • Document and communicate results of technical data generated
  • Participate on teams assigned to address specific organizational initiatives
  • Share engineering information and promote open dialogue
  • Prepare invention disclosures to protect the technology that provides a competitive advantage to the business
  • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.

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Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university with minimum 3-4 years of experience in an engineering
  • Knowledge on Electrical Power systems and load flow and short circuit studies.
  • Experience of Control and Protection engineering up to 765kV/400kV/220KV Substations. Ability to prepare/design the scheme drawings as per project requirement in anyone of E-CAD Tool for min 3-6 years of experience (Ex. EB software/E-Plan/ AutoCAD Electrical/equivalent).
  • Experience of Substation automation system based on IEC61850-8-1(Station Bus) & IEC 61850-9-2(Process Bus) - Database Preparation in the automation/RTU software. (Optional)
  • Experience in IO Mapping with respect to the scheme drawings/troubleshoot of database issues in SAS system / RTU based system. (Know-how)
  • Knowledge on PLCC/FOTE engineering and able interface between CRP & SAS with Telecom Equipment.
  • Knowledge on Major AIS & GIS components like Circuit breakers, Isolators, CSD, PDM & Interlocks scheme.
  • Knowledge on Transformers/Reactors & associated Conditional Monitoring Devices etc. (Optional)
  • Knowledge on Process Bus oriented digital CT/VTs & associated Circuit Breakers & Isolators (Optional)
  • Knowledge on CT and VT and its sizing calculations.
  • Knowledge of different make Numerical protection relays and BCUs.
  • Knowledge on protection relay application / setting calculations and coordination.
  • Knowledge on control cable engineering in substations.
  • Knowledge of LV/LT auxiliary systems.
  • Knowledge on Relay Testing, Equipment Testing, Control / Protection scheme testing & SAS Commissioning experience (min 1 year) shall be given additional weightage.

Desired Characteristics:

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Client-provided location(s): Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job ID: GE_power-GE11GLOBALR3759557EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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