Product Owner - Protection & Control
Job Description Summary
Job Description
Are you ready to lead the future of grid reliability and drive the next era of energy?
GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Product Owner- Protection & Control to join our Electrification team based in Bilbao, Spain; Dubai, UAE; or Stafford, UK.
GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World
With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. "GE" carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" signals Earth's lush ecosystems, while "Nova" nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver.
Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.
Let's Talk about the Role
As the Product Owner for Protection & Control, you are the primary link between our market, our stakeholders, and our engineering teams. You are responsible for maximizing the value of our distribution and industrial network products by translating complex market needs into clear, actionable requirements. You drive the product roadmap, support continuous improvement, and ensure our solutions align with the broader strategy to power the world more reliably.
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How You Will Make a Difference
- Defining a clear product vision that aligns customer value with technical feasibility and business objectives.
- Translating complex market needs into detailed, actionable requirements for our research and development teams.
- Owning the product backlog to ensure the most impactful initiatives are prioritized and delivered.
- Collaborating across engineering, quality, and commercial teams to support effective product delivery and market success.
- Monitoring product performance through key metrics and feedback to drive iterative enhancements.
Core Qualifications
- Your background includes a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field.
- You bring substantive experience in product management, systems, or application engineering within power systems, protection and control, or substation automation.
- You possess a deep working knowledge of protection and control relays and digital substation technologies.
- You communicate with impact in English, successfully negotiating and presenting technical visions to diverse internal and external audiences.
- You thrive in dynamic environments by managing multiple priorities effectively, both independently and through quarterly international collaboration.
Desired Expertise
- You are comfortable navigating Agile methodologies and modern product development lifecycles.
- You have familiarity with GE Vernova Grid Automation products or equivalent competitive solutions, particularly for Distribution and Industrial sectors.
- You possess a track record of developing or managing applications for the protection and control market.
- You demonstrate knowledge of industry standards such as IEC 61850, IEC 61508, DNP3, Modbus, and essential cybersecurity protocols.
- You are confident utilizing mathematical modeling software to inform your decision-making.
- You have experience contributing to the industry through technical papers, journal articles, or conference presentations.
Where and how you'll work
This is a permanent position based in our Bilbao, Stafford, or Dubai office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you the flexibility to work from our offices and from home.
Our Culture
Every action shapes our future. That's why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve. Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system is our mission. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!
We're determined to be the best place to grow
We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We're committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce, we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, GE Vernova is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. Join us at GE Vernova, where results are achieved by embracing a community of belonging.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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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