Job Description Summary

As a Control and protection System Application Engineer, you will report to the Control & Protection System Application Manager. The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic team of engineers working on the design of Control and Protection functions for LCC and VSC HVDC schemes. The development of such Control system is technically challenging and involves a variety of engineering disciplines, contribution through teamwork and an innovative approach.

As a Control Systems Application Engineer you will be expected to study on the existing designs of specified project and functionalities in MATLAB/Simulink and transfer them to the PSCAD simulation environment across the full delivery process life cycle, including but not limited to plant model design and maintenance, verification model in MATLAB, creating test harness for conversion, writing model guides, and evaluating models in PSCAD.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Support the business Tendering, Operations, Contractual and After Sales needs regarding:
Defining control system requirements.
HVDC System in electromagnetic transient tools like PSCAD, EMTP-RV etc.
Plant modelling in various simulation tools (MATLAB, PSCAD etc) and its verification.
Dynamic Performance Studies (DPS) and other design studies using both offline and online simulation tools
Control and protection parameters tuning to meet grid stability criteria specified in customer technical specifications.
Conversion of MATLAB Simulink algorithms to PSCAD models
Support improvements to existing algorithm/strategies for power fault recovery or instability issues during DPS studies
Contribute to development of new strategies for control, protection, and sequencing (start-up/shut down sequence) to meet customer technical specifications if required
Proposing continual improvement activities for improving the effectiveness and efficiency of control application team through the introduction of tools, methods, and process improvements.
Support a standard product methodology mindset, seek opportunities to re-use solutions, improve quality and reliability whilst reducing the delivery timeline and associated costs

Qualifications / Essential Requirements

Engineering degree or equivalent including power systems and power electronics subjects or proven equivalent knowledge and experience in HVDC business
Strong sense of urgency and ability to identify and manage technical risks
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, ownership of technical discussions with customers and capable of developing client relationships.
Competent on functional characteristics of power systems and understand the interactions between AC and HVDC systems.
Knowledge HVDC Control, Protection and Sequencing strategy
Experience in PSCAD and MATLAB-SIMULINK simulation tools
Able to work to deadlines under pressure whilst maintaining the safety, quality, and engineering integrity of the solution
Must be flexible with working hours and willing to travel to support projects globally

Desired Characteristics

Knowledge of Power System analysis, Power system stability
Experienced user of power system study tools such as Power Factory, PSS/E, ETAP, EMTDC RV. Etc.
Process improvement or RCA experience or certification
Experienced in technical leadership
Experience working in HVDC industry
Ability to define requirements and ensure they adhere to best practice

About GE Grid Solutions

At GEV Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GEV Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GEV Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work: At GEV Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Control & Protection Application Engineer