Technical Leader – Substation Automation

🕒 September 9

🌽 Illinois, Utah – Remote

🌽 Illinois – Remote ⛷️ Utah – Remote

💵 $98.4k - $164k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🧑‍💻 Full-stack Engineer

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GE Vernova

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10,000+ employees

💼 Consulting

📦 Logistics

🏭 Manufacturing

Consulting • Logistics • Manufacturing

GE Vernova is a leader in the energy sector with over 130 years of experience, dedicated to electrifying the world while decarbonizing it. The company offers a broad portfolio of energy solutions including gas, hydro, nuclear, and wind power technologies, aimed at providing reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. With a strong focus on innovation, GE Vernova plays a significant role in reducing the carbon footprint of global power systems and supports the transition to net-zero emissions by 2030.

📋 Description

• Lead technical design, development, and implementation of comprehensive solution architectures from presales through delivery • Drive execution of Distribution Automation, Process Bus Digital Substations, Cybersecurity, and Top-Down Engineering Solutions • Collaborate with business development and sales teams to analyze customer needs and translate them into technical specifications • Lead technical project activities from design to commissioning • Serve as the main technical interface between customers and the project execution team • Lead customer technical meetings, including kickoffs, specification clarifications, and design reviews • Participate in project risk and opportunity reviews • Manage engineering task budgets in terms of allocated man-days • Provide regular progress updates and collaborate with the Project Manager on planning, risk mitigation, and change requests • Analyze customer specifications and write project technical documentation • Validate technical solutions with customers and ensure adherence to project document control • Specify software and IEDs and manage technical execution planning • Ensure adherence to GE Vernova safety standards • Address technical deviations and manage fault reports • Support site engineers remotely or on-site • Lead Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests • Coordinate with commissioning teams for major site milestones • Provide project-specific customer training • Support tendering and commercial teams • Present solutions and support demos, pilots, and proof-of-concepts • Ensure customer satisfaction through professional project execution

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field from an accredited college or university • Minimum of 5 years experience in Digital Protection & Control Systems or Energy Management Solutions design engineering for utilities and industrials, ideally within Grid Automation • Relevant experience in Electric Power Distribution Automation, Process Bus, Substation Digitization, Monitoring & Diagnostics, Asset Performance Management (APM), Device Management (DvM), or Cybersecurity Management • Proficient in designing and programming electrical control systems, including SCADA/HMI, cybersecurity, network equipment, IEC61850, Firewalls, and more • Fluent in English • Ability to travel 30% in the U.S. and Canada • In-depth knowledge of automation electrical control systems, SCADA/DCS systems, and networking communication protocols • Experience with smart grid technologies and renewable energy integration • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to influence and lead cross functional teams • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to Grid Automation • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills with ability to communicate difficult concepts and influence others' opinions on specific topics • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

🏖️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage • Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource • Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan • Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions • Company retirement contributions • Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants • Tuition assistance • Adoption assistance • Paid parental leave • Disability benefits • Life insurance • 12 paid holidays • Permissive time off • Professional development • Relocation assistance not provided