Senior Applications Engineer – Power Systems IEC 61850

Role Overview

• 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 using 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.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering; a Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• Significant experience in the development of protection, control, and automation products within transmission and distribution environments.
• 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.
• 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.

Tech Stack

• Cyber Security
• Firewalls
• Node.js
• Unix

Benefits

• N/A