Principal Engineer (m/f/d) - Control & Protection System Application

GE Vernova

Not specified; not specified; competitive benefits...
Not specified (potentially hybrid or flexible based on the company culture).
Voltage source converter (vsc) control expertise
Hvdc-lcc and vsc system design experience
Pscad and matlab/simulink simulation skills
GE Vernova is seeking a Principal Engineer specializing in Voltage Source Converter (VSC) control and protection systems for HVDC and renewable energy solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in power electronics and control theory, leading technical projects and mentoring junior engineers within a dynamic, international environment

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the technical solution for advanced Voltage Source Converter control and protection systems across HVDC and renewable energy applications.
  • Candidates will conduct complex Electromagnetic Transient studies using PSCAD and lead end-to-end validation across multiple simulation platforms.
  • The position offers a key role in a dynamic international environment with competitive benefits including private health insurance and relocation assistance.

Matching Summary

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GE Vernova is seeking a Principal Engineer specializing in Voltage Source Converter (VSC) control and protection systems for HVDC and renewable energy solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in power electronics and control theory, leading technical projects and mentoring junior engineers within a dynamic, international environment.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Competitive benefits including private health insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Voltage Source Converter (VSC) control expertise
  • HVDC-LCC and VSC system design experience
  • PSCAD and MATLAB/Simulink simulation skills
  • IEC 61850 and IEEE standards knowledge
  • Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) study capability

Nice-to-have

  • Offshore wind HVDC project experience
  • Real-time digital simulation (RTDS/HIL) familiarity
  • Cybersecurity considerations in power systems
  • Patent evaluation board participation
  • Academic institution relationship building

Key Requirements

  • Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering
  • Significant experience in power electronics and HVDC systems
  • Proven track record in leading complex engineering projects

Work Rights

Not specified

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