Power Systems IEC Engineer

Roles and Responsibilities - Lead technical definition and implementation of IEC 61850-based architectures, including data modeling, communication services, and system integration concepts. - Work with Program & Product Management teams to create high-level specifications. - Develop and support real-time controller solutions utilizing design specifications, model-based design which facilitates code generation. - Analyse user specifications / requirements to recommend appropriate solutions. - Analyse industry standards and market trends to build requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova products. - Work with Customer Support to resolve product, process, and customer issues related to communication protocols. - Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required. - Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to a new and / or experienced engineers, specialists, technicians, and co-ops when required. Required Qualifications - Degree in Electrical Engineering; a Master's degree is strongly preferred. - Minimum of 5 years of development experience in protection, control, and automation products for transmission and distribution systems. - Advanced knowledge of substation automation architectures, including bay-level protection and control devices and station-level integration. - Proven experience using applications for real-time controller platforms in protection and automation markets. - In-depth, hands-on knowledge of the IEC 61850 standard, including logical node modeling, data object definitions, naming conventions, and engineering workflows. - Strong practical experience with IEC 61850 communication services, including MMS, GOOSE, Sampled Values, reporting, control services, and time synchronization concepts. - Experience with IEC 61850 system engineering, including SCL (ICD, CID, SCD files), system configuration, interoperability, and multi-vendor integration. - Knowledge of IEC 61850-related testing, validation, and conformance practices, including factory and site acceptance testing. Desired Characteristics - Detailed knowledge of Ethernet networking, including wired and wireless networks, VLANs, redundancy concepts, and substation switch technologies. - Knowledge of digital communication channels for protection and control systems, including fiber optics, switches and routers - Working knowledge of cybersecurity technologies applicable to substation automation, including RADIUS, Windows and Unix security administration, Secure Shell, Transport Layer Security, and firewalls. - Ability to translate utility engineering standards, documentation practices, and operational procedures to product specification. - Ability to share ideas, collaborate effectively in team environments, and adapt to changing priorities with initiative and ownership - Working knowledge of GE protection, networking, and substation automation products is preferred. - Experience with serial SCADA protocols including DNP3, IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-103, and Modbus. - Hands-on experience with LAN-based SCADA protocols such as IEC 61850-8-1 (MMS), DNP3/TCP, IEC 60870-5-104, and Modbus TCP. - Strong working knowledge of MATLAB and Simulink for model-based design, simulation, and algorithm validation. - Knowledge of modern bay controller in transmission and distribution automation developments and trends. - Familiarity with industry standards and documentation procedures of electrical utilities. - Proven record of writing and presenting papers at industry conferences. - Experience in developing applications in Real Time Controller market - Knowledge or experience of wireless / Ethernet / serial communications applicable to BCU (such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0 and IEC60870-5-103, -104).