Substation Automation engineer – Electrical Control Systems

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Activities contributing to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical improvement of existing products and components Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Roles and Responsibilities

• Project engineer of digital control systems, DCS. Execute projects in collaboration with project engineering departments (CCS, Service), Project Management , procurements, tender &other support functions
• Be prime technical customer contact for the execution of the project
• SCADA system configuration (screens, equipment integration, communication protocols, digital/analog signals, events, alarms)
• Design of communication network architecture and configuration Communication protocols IEC 61850 Modbus, OPC, EGD, 104…
• Configuration of protection equipment and Control at logical and communications level.
• Support in project management (internal validation tests, FAT tests, creation, documentation review)
• Coordination with different departments (manufacturing, services, tendering).
• Be accountable for On time delivery, project operating , margins improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Process continuous improvement. Contribute to operations department development & South Europe Region continuous improvement
• Support commercial team by return of experience, optimizing project cost & deliveries
• Follow GE compliance Policies and promote open reporting

Required Qualifications

• Electrical/Electronic Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Engineering and Business knowledge with experience in automation activities
• Knowledge of Electricity Transmission, Distribution & Industrial markets
• Knowledge of communications, systems, networks
• Knowledge of electrical system operation
• Intermediate or advanced Excel
• Languages: Fully Fluent in English and Spanish. Other languages Valued ( French, Italian and /or Portuguese)
• Autonomy & Rigor
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skill with a strong customer focus and ability to cooperate with different departments
• Willing to travel around 30%

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge of programming / automation of tasks in databases
• Cybersecurity knowledge
• initiative, attention to detail
• Motivation and desire to learn
• Immediate incorporation
• Other languages

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Relocation Assistance Provided:
No