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Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of accurate and high-quality computer models and control system concepts to satisfy the needs of the VSC-HVDC market, working in collaboration with the Solution Owners and the engineering teams
• Lead work packages to translate technology requirements to control concepts and both mathematical and computer models
• Identify, capture, and generate new intellectual property
• Develop mathematical models in time- and frequency-domain of the VSC-HVDC system, including plant and control models
• Validate the computer models in Model-in-the-Loop (MIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Power-Hardware-in-the-Loop (PHIL)
• Design, develop and study new and existing VSC Control functionalities
• Update/create high quality requirement specifications, design specifications and test specifications
• Propose initial conceptual system and control designs based on new market requirements
• Create MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD and RSCAD models to design and validate conceptual and detailed designs, from low to moderate Technology Readiness Level (TRL)
• Define, configure, and maintain real-time simulation platforms to integrate GE’s eLuminaTM control and protection system
• Define and plan development activities
• Participate in gate review meetings, design review meetings and quality processes
• Lead a team of engineers to execute research and development tasks
• Publish articles in high-quality technical conferences, journals and symposiums
• Contribute in and influence the development of working group activities such as CIGRE, VDE, ENTSO-E and IEEE standards
• Ensure GE’s Health and Safety processes are adhered to by personnel

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Master’s degree or above in Power Systems or Power Electronics / Controls with considerable work experience (as Lead/Senior engineer)
• In-depth understanding of Modelling and Control first principles and algorithms used in the VSC-HVDC technology
• Overall understanding of HVDC system and component level interactions and considerations in HVDC schemes (practical experience from working on HVDC projects preferred)
• Deep understanding of Modular Multilevel Converters (MMC) and HVDC control algorithms
• In depth experience in HVDC system design, control development and validation
• Demonstrable experience in working with MATLAB/Simulink and/or PSCAD for VSC-HVDC applications
• Experience in time-domain and frequency-domain modelling and simulation of VSC-HVDC converters
• Experience in offline EMT and SIL/HIL simulation and validation of VSC-HVDC systems
• Experience in participation in working groups for standards and Grid Codes
• Experience in leading teams of engineers towards achieving the company’s objectives
• Familiarity with quality processes such as “Agile” development practices would be advantageous
• Demonstrated experience and track record of success in working with global engineering teams

About GE Grid Solutions:

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

Working in an international team which is part of global Engineering HVDC Centre of Excellence within Grid Integration based in Stafford and Berlin.

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities

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