Protection & Control Systems Engineer (GRID AUTOMATION)

Job Description Summary
System Engineer is responsible for the execution and implementation of Protection & Control system engineering activities under the technical guidance of the Technical Leader.

The role covers a common job description across CCS, DCS and Consulting, with execution adapted to project scope and discipline.

Job Description

Key Interfaces

• Technical Leader

• Project Manager

• Other engineers across CCS, DCS and Consulting Disciplines

• Manufacturing / MU, Field Service, customers and support functions as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Execute assigned engineering activities for Protection & Control projects in line with the technical strategy defined by the Technical Leader.

• Develop discipline-specific technical deliverables such as system configurations (SCADA-screens, equipment integration, communication protocols, digital/analog signals, events, alarms) , equipment parameterization (IED), signal treatment, databases or technical documentation depending on project scope.

• Contribute to master file completion, architecture inputs, document updates and technical deliverables preparation.

• Prepare and update technical information required for internal and customer documentation packages.

• Execute test instructions and participate in pre-FAT, FAT and SAT related activities under project technical governance.

• Support identification, analysis and correction of technical issues during engineering, validation and delivery stages.

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, manufacturing, Field Service and project stakeholders to secure coherent execution.

• Maintain traceability of engineering changes, inputs and deliverables within the project execution framework.

• Contribute to lessons learned, standardization and continuous improvement actions within the team.

• Continuously develop technical knowledge in Protection & Control systems, tools and project execution practices.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar.

• Knowledge of Protection & Control, substation automation or related industrial / utility systems.

• Understanding of communication protocols, networks and system integration concepts; programming knowledge is valued.

• Strong analytical skills, rigor and willingness to learn in a project execution environment.

• Ability to work collaboratively with technical and project teams.

• Good command of English; additional languages valued depending on project scope .

• Availability to travel up to 30% as required by project, customer, and business needs .

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in Electrical Control Systems (ECS) engineering for power generation facilities
• Design and implementation of Protection & Control (P&C) systems for gas turbine-driven power plants.
• IT-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to learning and applying new technologies.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Basauri, Spain

Job ID: GE_Vernova-R5051547

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-09-10T18:32:01