Protection & Control Field Engineer
GE VernovaLocation not specified
Full Time
Posted September 24, 2026
$89k - $142k· Est.
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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed September 29, 2026
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- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
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- Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided
Job Description
The Protection & Control Field Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end site execution of protection, conventional control, and monitoring & diagnostics (M&D) projects in high-voltage substations.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle on-site installation, testing, and commissioning (T&C) for protection relays, busbar protection, Conventional Control Systems (CCS), SCMS, and LCC equipment.
- Provide expert technical direction on OEM packaged products; interpret complex schematics, wiring diagrams, and PLD drawings.
- Perform CT/VT adequacy checks, relay setting verification, IEC61850 signal mapping, and cybersecurity requirement and implementation.
- Plan, organize, and direct resources (labor, tools, materials). Manage project workloads to ensure a high billable ratio and adherence to budgetary constraints.
- Prepare accurate field service reports, maintain timesheets, manage red-line drawings, and coordinate responses to consultant/customer comments.
- Ensure full compliance with EHS guidelines and maintain consistent quality standards through rigorous testing and validation protocols.
- Act as the GE representative in technical meetings, provide training to customer personnel, and drive satisfaction through proactive communication.
- Able to handle the testing, panel integration, and internal validation at GEV facility.
- Representing GE before customer & consultants in technical discussions and workshop.
- Experienced in all protection relays software (GE and MiCOM), test kits, and Microsoft office.
- Pre-outage and installation planning; possibly recommending and administering policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical or electronics engineering.
- Minimum 3 years of field experience in HV substation protection and control systems.
- Strong knowledge of protection and busbar philosophy and CCS
- Proficiency with protection relay software, test kits (e.g., Omicron/Megger), and diagnostic tools.
- Ability to interpret and implement technical documentation (schematics, cable schedules, interpanel wiring files, Bill of Materials).
- Advanced computer literacy (MS Office Suite, Project Management software).
- Strong communication skills in English
- This role requires 100% travel across the region
- Demonstrated expertise in GEV products (e.g., MiCOM, UR family relays, DGA900, MS3000, or similar).
- Strong knowledge of DCS, and SCMS/Cybersecurity implementation.
- PMP certification or formal project management training.
- Deep understanding of EHV/HV electrical network schemes and state-of-the-art substation automation technologies.
- Experience with ServiceMax or similar field service management software.
- Proven ability to work under pressure, take ownership of onsite deliverables, and manage cross-functional teams (including sub-contractors and draftsmen).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong communication skills in Arabic
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