Careers at GE Vernova

Job Description

Roles

• To ensure all site commissioning and installation activities are carried out to the highest standards of Health, Safety and Quality and in a manner that safeguards the Environment.
• To ensure that all site commissioning activities are undertaken in full compliance with GE Grid and client policies and procedures, in addition to the UK and international legislation.
• To test, commission and service installed primary and secondary equipment during construction and in-service substation operations.
• To effectively manage and supervise staff in order to execute projects in line with Client and GE expectations, programmes and budget.
• To ensure accurate on-site test records, reports and quality documentation are created, maintained and circulated in accordance with GE internal governance and GE quality plans.
• To effectively supervise, train and mentor other assigned commissioning staff in the role of Site Commissioning Engineer
• Able to travel throughout UK and globally as and when required.
• Able to on offshore windfarms

Responsibilities  and Accountabilities

Operations:

• Promote safe working practices and continual improvement in site safely culture
• Responsible for the effective and efficient testing and commissioning of substation equipment ensuring that agreed work is carried out in accordance with the pre-set time scales and costs.
• Effectively undertake operational responsible for the daily management and setting to work of site commissioning field resources in order to maximize the potential for successful Project delivery.
• Responsible for the preparation, creation and issue of Site documentation including but not limited to RAMS (Risk and Method Statement), NCR’s (Non-conformance Report), TQ’s (Technical Queries) in accordance with approved processes and procedures.
• Informing Site Manager / Project Engineer of site non-compliances.
• Responsible for reporting to the Site Manager / Project Manager and Commissioning  Manager.
• Responsible for enacting the role of LV Authorised Person (Advanced) when applying GE LV Permit systems.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge and experience in the field of Site Commissioning.
• Capable of working independently in problem solving and decision making.

Deliverables:

• Responsible for organising work to an agreed programme and to execute the programme within the pre-set time scales and costs.
• Demonstrate adequate skills in interpretation, optimization and application of company policies and / or own discipline to achieve key deliverables.

Values:

• Comply with the GE code of ethics.

Educational  Requirements

Education/Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / HND in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent.

Specific Knowledge:

• Experience knowledge of Substation Protection Systems and equipment. Testing & Commissioning of HV and LV Switchgear and Equipment.
• Fault finding on protection schemes and GE equipment.
• Computer literate.

Business understanding:

Knowledge and experience of Construction and Field Services site work.

Experience

• Experience in the testing and commissioning of HV Power systems equipment.
• Experience in activities related to the testing and validation of an equipment, facility or plant in accordance with the design objectives or specifications for operational use.
• Experience in SCADA systems as well as technical skills using PC / DS Agile/ Aview software.
• Experience in communication with Protection and control system as well 3rd party IEDs system integration.
• Site experience, working at height and working in a construction environment.
• Knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both internally and externally.
• 5 years’ experience in testing and Commissioning of substation equipment (Generation, transmission and distribution).
• Knowledge and experience of working in a HV Substation environment.
• Knowledge and experience of working on Offshore Windfarm environments.
• Good knowledge and experience of IEC61850 protocol, Modbus, IEC101, IEC 104 and IEC103.
• Knowledge & experience of GE Micom and Multilin products will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge and experience working with various test equipment such as Omicron, Sverker, Programma and Megger.

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Job Description Summary

Join GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business, a leader in electrification systems, where we drive innovation and sustainability in energy solutions for major global energy, maritime, and industrial organisations. Our mission is to facilitate energy efficiency and decarbonisation through cutting-edge motors, drives, and control technologies. We are seeking a visionary Digital Engineer to bolster our digital portfolio with advanced design, implementation, and troubleshooting expertise, creating transformative technical reports and offering strategic insights.

Position Overview

As a Digital Engineer working within the engineering function, you will lead the engineering implementation of Power Conversion’s digital applications, playing a pivotal role in project teams with accountability and responsibility for deploying digital solutions across diverse greenfield and brownfield projects. Your technical acumen will be integral in enhancing our Asset Performance Management (APM) and Remote Monitoring & Diagnostic solutions to ensure seamless operations and maximum benefits from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• APM Integration: Responsible for the integration of APM solutions in every project, ensuring compatibility and optimisation of all specified equipment
• System Design & Configuration:  Responsible for configuring APM and RM&D solutions by configuring hardware/ software, selecting parameters to monitor, defining standard templates and frameworks for data collection, deploying diagnostic algorithms, and generating critical reports
• Reliability Enhancement: Identify and implement strategies to elevate the reliability and stability of the APM platform
• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the go-to expert for all APM and RM&D related queries, providing technical support and guidance to internal teams
• In Service Support: Provide support to Service teams when troubleshooting digital solutions or fixing customer issues
• Sales & Bid Consultation: Collaborate with sales teams to offer technical input on bids for system upgrades and new implementations.
• Product & Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in products, processes and documentation, enhancing user experience and validation support
• Algorithm Development: Partner with product development teams to refine and advance APM algorithms for superior system performance
• Digital Innovation: Work closely with development teams to leverage digital technologies that enhance product quality and expedite root cause analyses
• Digital Enablement: Responsible for configuring GE Vernova’s Visor and Data Historian solutions within the system architecture, ensuring appropriate data logger configuration to enable future prognostic services and reactive technical support
• Connectivity: Work with customer IT teams to ensure a stable and active connection to the GE Vernova cloud throughout the project’s lifecycle

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field, complemented by significant industry experience
• Proven track record in designing and installing industrial control systems and analytics platforms
• Proficiency in digital and remote monitoring applications
• Strong grasp of engineering principles, tools, and cutting-edge technologies
• Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Familiarity with cybersecurity protocols
• Expertise in industrial network and communications configurations

Additional Information

• Relocation Assistance Provided: No
• It may be necessary for you to work at customer sites from time to time
• GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business is part of a broader portfolio that includes Gas Power, Nuclear Power, Hydro Power, Steam Power, Onshore Wind, Offshore Wind, and Solar & Storage Solutions.