Control Automation Systems Engineer, West Midlands Combined Authority, England, United Kingdom

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Job Description Summary Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

In this role, you will work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.

You will be part of a team that defines the hardware, system configuration and network technical requirements of an HVDC control system as part of a project delivery team. Job Description

Roles And Responsibilities

Configuration of IEC61850 IEDs via vendor specific tools and System Configuration Tools for complete system integration.
Generation of Substation Configuration description Language (SCL) files for system integration.
Knowledge of interlocking principles used in substation automation systems and their implementation on IEC61850 IEDs.
Design, configuration, and testing required to deliver on time and within defined budgets the HVDC Control System hardware.
Testing and debugging of complex IEC61850 communication systems using industry standard tools such as IEDSCout, Wireshark etc.
Work in collaboration with NPI teams, the configuration of Remote Terminal Units (RTU), Bay Controllers (BCU) and Merging Units for signal acquisition in digital substation environments.
Design of LAN networks/Communication Architectures and configuration of industrial ethernet switches / routers and satellite clocks.
Oversee the testing and FAT witnessing of the Control System.
Prepare and present technical information for Substation Control Systems to internal and external customers.
Assist site activities relevant to the installation and commissioning of the control system.
Share engineering information and promote open dialogue.
Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
Follow the departments standard design practices, engineering reviews and guidelines.
Broadening knowledge of own technical discipline.

Coordinate and interface the HVDC Control System with Balance of Plant equipment and SCADA systems:

Define the main IO Lists of the control system.
Analyse signal interfaces and ensure compatibility with the control system.

Define Control Panel requirements and produce detailed design documentation for the control system using standard design blocks under the guidance of lead engineers. This may include

Panel Electrical Schematics (using Engineering Base tool).
Wire / Cable Schedules.
Routine Test specification.
General Assembly drawings.
Bill of Materials.

Required Qualifications

Degree in Electronics/Electrical engineering or related field.
Strong background in configuring Substation Bay Controllers/Merging Units/ IEC61850 IEDs.
Experience in Control Panel design (preferably as used in substation/power plant environments).
An advanced background in Distributed Control Systems / Substation Automation.
Experience in working with engineering tools such as AutoCAD, e-base, Microsoft Visio.
Knowledge of industrial communication networks such as Profibus and Ethernet based protocols.
Understanding of fibre optic cabling systems.
Understanding of LV cable sizing and distribution.
Control & Protection Relay logics Design techniques.
Experienced in developing electrical designs for industrial control systems.

About Us

GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.

If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.

About GEV 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 GE 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. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why We Come To Work

At GEV, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and were always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and youll 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, youll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What We Offer

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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Location:: West Midlands Combined Authority, England, United Kingdom
Salary:: £80,000 - £100,000
Category:: Engineering

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