Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer
GE Vernova · Hyderabad · onsite · Posted 1d ago
Undisclosed8–13 yrsfulltimeSourced from
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About this role
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.
Job Description
Core 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.
Education and experience required
- Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in protection and control system design and studies. And minimum of 3 years experience in developing detailed design specifications for P&C algorithms preferably within a relay manufacturing environment.
- Strong experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development: protection/control scheme design, relay settings
- Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design and power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD or ATP/EMTP.
- AI Skills for Agentic AI Development
- Use AI for generating and validating protection logic or algorithims, settings files, and Matlab integration of protection element design
- Ability to audit AI-generated engineering artifacts against IEC/IEEE standards for correctness and safety
- Integrate AI tools into settings/documentation workflows without compromising compliance traceability
- Field experience will be beneficial: FAT/SAT support
- Proven track record of publishing and presenting at industry forums and conferences
- Familiarity with industry standards and documentation procedures of electrical utilities.
- Knowledge of modern protection and control and distribution automation developments and trends.
Desired Characteristics
- Working knowledge of GEV protections, networking, and substation automation products is preferred.
- Deep knowledge in power system protection.
- Experience in developing power system protection and control applications in Real Time Controller market.
- Familiarity of communication protocols applicable to P&C (such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0 and IEC60870-5-103).
Additional Information
- Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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AutomationMatlabATPai developmentCommunication protocolsIntellectual propertyComputer NetworksMarket TrendsEMTPmodel-based designelectrical engineeringAI ToolsCommunication SkillsAlgorithmsManufacturingcomplianceArtificial Intelligence
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