Lead Control & Protection Project Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

As a senior Lead Control & Protection Project Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the team that designs, develops, configuration and Verification of HVDC Control& Protection System and, drive consistent design practices, common global processes for projects implementation and provide technical solution that meets the project objectives.

The role gives an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer to expand their project management skills and personal development within an international project organisation delivering complex HVDC system.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Scope

• Execute the delivery of the project regarding the Control & Protection System Engineering and Verification & Validation.
• From the capture of the requirements to the handover to customer, as per budget and within schedule.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Leading the Engineering team that designs, develops, configuration and Verification of HVDC Control& Protection System and, drive consistent design practices, common global processes for projects implementation and provide technical solution that meets the project objectives.
• Drive the team to define and maintain scope for the Control & Protection System Delivery Project Plan.
• Define and maintain the detailed Project schedule derived from P6 plan and managing agreed Budget.
• Define and maintain the Control & Protection System Risk Register and escalade high risks to Project Engineering manager.
• Review planned hours, Cost-To-Completion hours vs Budgeted hours.
• Adhere to the Control & Protection System Engineering SIPOC and delivery processes.
• Accountability on the On-Time-Delivery and say-do ratio KPIs for the project.
• Lead NCP, with action plan in place and accountability to close them.
• Raise Change Request when required following a budget deviation or a change of scope.
• Report on a monthly basis to the Delivery Manager, the project progress, including achievements, budget status, risks review and resource plan, look ahead.
• Represent Control & Protection System during the customer meeting and with GE partners.
• Makes decisions regarding work processes or operational plans and schedules in order to achieve department objectives.
• Manage the engineering resources, workload, schedule, and project milestones.
• Actively share and learn good practices and lesson learning to implement in the project for better project execution.

Qualifications / Essential Requirements

• Engineering degree or equivalent including power systems and Electrical, control & Protection system subjects or proven equivalent knowledge and experience in HVDC business.
• Extensive and demonstrated experience in Control & Protection system and have complicated problem-solving skills.
• Degree in Project Management or equivalent & In-depth experience working in large teams.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to identify and manage team organisational risks.
• Proven skills in managing and leading team with strong technical background.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work to deadlines under pressure whilst maintaining the safety, quality, and engineering integrity of the solution.
• Must be flexible with working hours and willing to travel globally.

Desired Characteristics

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, experienced in creating and presenting to other stake holders.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to document, plan, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Proven technical leadership in a complex system engineering development environment.
• Experienced in technical leadership and Project management, people leader.

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:

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

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities – including private health insurance.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Relocation Assistance Provided:
No