GE Vernova Energy

Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer

Markham, Canada In person Full-time

Location: Markham

Job Description Summary

Join GE Vernova’s Grid Automation R&D team to spearhead the next generation of power system protection. As a Lead Application Engineer, you will bridge the gap between complex power system theory and real-world algorithm implementation, playing a pivotal role in the global transition to sustainable, green energy.

The Lead Application Engineer will provide solutions and create detailed design specification related to power system protection algorithms. The successful candidate will be a solid team player, with a methodical and structured approach to their work, with excellent verbal and written communication skills with comprehensive understanding of power systems and power system protection concepts and principles. Lead Application Engineer must be able to establish and maintain strong relationships with product teams for implementation.

Essential Responsibilities

  • To create detailed design specifications for implementation of protection and control (P&C) algorithms.
  • Proof of concept studies using PSCAD or RTDS or MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Drive the root cause analysis of the incidents related to the power system protection algorithms.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues related to the algorithm, product, and other customer cases.
  • Author technical papers and present materials at tradeshows and conferences for GE Vernova’s products.
  • Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required.
  • Identify opportunities for patentable innovations to strengthen GE Vernova’s Intellectual Property portfolio in digital substation technologies.
  • Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new engineers, specialists, technicians when required.
  • Analyse market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova’s Digital Energy products.

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