Lead Process Control & Automation Engineer

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage business provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.

Job Description

As the Lead Process Control and Automation Systems Engineer, you will become a member of a multi-disciplinary team where you will oversee the entire project lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include conceptual design, detailed design, testing, validation, installation, and commissioning of industry automation systems. You will play a crucial role in delivering cutting edge solutions on a global scale.

In this role you will focus on:

• Specifying, designing, and documenting automation systems for a diverse range of processes and technologies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Designing and developing DCS (Distributed Control Systems) for power and automation projects, including the complete design of system architectures, DCS PLC software, HMI SCADA software, and DCS hardware.
• Verifying, validating, and testing automation systems.
• Ensuring that automation solutions comply with company policies, health and safety standards, legal regulations, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Coordinating, planning, leading, and executing projects to meet on-time delivery, cost, and quality targets.
• Providing technical support on designed products to internal teams and customers.

We are looking for a committed and professional individual with:

• A relevant degree in Electrical, Electronics or Industrial Control Systems Engineering (or equivalent), or significant relevant experience gained in a professional engineering environment.
• Proven experience of PLC programming (IEC 61131-3, Function block, Ladder logic, Structured text, etc.)
• Sound knowledge of HMI/SCADA systems programming (iFIX, Cimplicity, Proficy, InTouch, WinCC, etc.)
• Familiarity with hardware design principles (hardware specification, Bill of Materials, procurement, CAD drawings, hardware build, quality control and hardware testing).
• Practical knowledge of industrial communication protocols, e.g. ICE61850, DNP3, IEC104, TCP/IP, OPCUA/OPC, Profinet, Profibus, Modbus (RTU/TCP/UDP), etc.
• Excellent customer service orientation and proactive problem-solving abilities.

What will make you stand out:

• Proven experience in industrial manufacturing processes (rolling mills, process lines, plate mills, power plants, etc.).
• Knowledge of power generation and grid stability systems.
• Knowledge/awareness of Operational Technology (OT) cyber security.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards achieving it.
• Openness for short term travel to support commissioning activities domestically and overseas.

You can expect from us:

• Challenging and exciting projects.
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.

This role involves work for customers who manage critical infrastructure, based on customer requirements it will be necessary to carry out background checks and suitability assessments (UK BPSS clearance OR UK Security Check (SC)) as part of the hiring process.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between £46,800.00 and £70,300.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on December 02, 2025.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Client-provided location(s): Rugby, United Kingdom

Job ID: GE_Vernova-514281849

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-12-03T18:40:30