Principal Engineer - Control & Protection System Application

******Job Description Summary****** =================================== We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer (m/f/d) specializing in Voltage Source Converter (VSC) control and protection. The ideal candidate will lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced VSC control strategies and protection schemes for HVDC-VSC, LCC and renewable energy systems. The role requires a deep understanding of power electronics, control theory, and power system protection. As a Principal Engineer, you will be working across multi-discipline in all aspects of HVDC Control & Protection system and support the development of department talent. **Job Description** =================== **Roles and Responsibilities** **1\. Technical Leadership & Oversight** * Oversee the overall technical solution, ensuring customer requirements are met based on reference solutions. *   Lead requirements gathering, system design, implementation, and development of HVDC Control & Protection systems. * Be the owner of all aspects of Control & Protection system deployment, system Configuration, and validation, as well as all usual integration challenges of the control & protection system * Participate Patent Evaluation Board (PEB) to protect technology that gives the business a competitive advantage, as well as protecting the intellectual property rights of the company. * Represent the business externally at conferences or in professional working bodies (IEC, CIGRE etc) and maintain active relationship with relevant academic institutions to promote research projects and other academic cooperations. *  Stay updated with emerging technologies, standards, and best practices in VSC systems and power system protection **2\. Control System & Protection Design** * Define **control philosophies**, protection and interlocking logics, and **data exchange configurations****.** * Lead and participate in **engineering design processes**, including design reviews and approval cycles. * Ensure that all design outputs comply with **industry standards**, system requirements, and quality procedures. **3\. Advanced Modelling & Simulation** * Conduct Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) studies using PSCAD, EMTP-RV, and model control/protection functions in MATLAB/Simulink. * Perform network conversion, modelling, tuning, and verification using PSSE, PSCAD, and RSCAD. * Develop full plant/system models and lead end-to-end validation across multiple simulation platforms. * Lead Control System Studies & Testing, including: Software-in-the-Loop,(SIL)Dynamic performance studies, Protection coordination, Overall system integration. **4.  Team Development & Mentorship** * Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge transfer to junior engineers. * Support managers in building high-performing, resilient teams. * Recruit, develop, and mentor engineering talent to enhance organizational capability. * Actively support Consulting Engineers with staff development & succession planning. Participate interviews for promotions or hirings within Engineering/Technology up to the level of Senior Engineer. **Required Qualifications** * Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field or equivalent knowledge * Signifikant experience in power electronics, HVDC- LCC or VSC-based system design. * Strong expertise in VSC control theory, modulation strategies, and power system protection. * Experience with PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, Dig SILENT, or similar simulation tools. * Knowledge of IEC 61850, IEEE standards, and grid codes for VSC and HVDC applications. * Proven track record in leading complex engineering projects and teams. **Skills & Competencies:** * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. * Strong leadership and mentoring abilities. * Effective communication and technical documentation skills. * Ability to work independently and make strategic engineering decisions. **Preferred:** * Experience with offshore wind HVDC projects. * Familiarity with real-time digital simulation (RTDS/HIL testing). * Knowledge of cybersecurity considerations in power electronic systems. **What we offer:** * A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility in work agreements. * Competitive benefits and great development opportunities, including private health insurance. **ELECTRIFICATION SYSTEMS - GRID SOLUTIONS** GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business electrifies the world with advanced grid technologies and systems, enabling power transmission and distribution across the power grid and supporting a decarbonized and secured energy transition. ******Additional Information****** ================================== **Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes