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Sr. Lead Control & Protection System Engineer

GE Vernova

Stafford, United Kingdom

Full Time

Posted November 11, 2026

Power Generation

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed November 12, 2026
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Job Description

As a Lead Control & Protection System Engineer, you will be responsible to lead the design and provide a competitive technical solution to the customer in the domain of HVDC control and protection system (Automation & Application), associated AC & secondary engineering at the ITO stage.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze in depth customer specification, identify gaps, raise clarifications & build solid technical solution to cater to customer requirement for HVDC & AC control & protection system
In coordination with systems team, design/contribute to AC substation Single line diagrams
Develop/ Customize standard control architectures, design of LAN networks, identify main IO lists through signal mapping & implement the necessary hardware & its compatibility with the control system
Knowledge of network and latest protocols (like IEC 61850)
In coordination with cybersecurity expert, analyse compliance to cybersecurity standards and their implementation in the network
Prepare control, protection and sequencing strategy specifications
Perform preliminary dynamic performance studies in various simulation tools (MATLAB, PSCAD etc).
Coordinate with internal and external partners to provide a complete solution with clear division of responsibility
Provide input data like auxiliary consumption, cubicle/equipment list to partners
Prepare technical specifications for sourcing and validation of offers received.
Lead the discussions during customer meetings/workshops
Plan & ensure on-time delivery of engineering documents and cost estimates
Evaluate risks and opportunities & proposes mitigation measures
Contribute to continuous improvement by participating & promoting standardization of tools, documents, solutions & equipment
Provide mentorship/trainings to junior engineers
Provide technical support being an expert in your domain
Follow the departments standard design practices, engineering reviews and guidelines.
Comply with Quality Procedures, work instructions and Processes in EMH
Cross functional training across teams (Control Automation Systems, Control System Application, Protection System Application, Secondary engineering) will be provided.

Requirements

Degree in Electronics/Electrical engineering or related field.
Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in control and protection system design
Knowledge of Electrical Substation and its HV, LV equipment and Auxiliary Systems
Strong background on Electrical power system protection & control
Experience in designing control system with industrial protocols like IEC 61850(preferably as used in substation/power plant environments)
Experience in working with engineering tools such as AutoCAD, e-base, Microsoft Visio
Experience in PSCAD and MATLAB-SIMULINK simulation tools
Strong sense of urgency and ability to identify and manage technical risks
Experience in coaching/mentoring juniors
Strong written and verbal communication skills, experienced in creating and presenting technical reports and responding to clients’ technical questions
Ability to understand and communicate customer requirements
Able to work to deadlines under pressure whilst maintaining the safety, quality and engineering integrity of the solution