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GE Vernova · 1 month ago

Control System Engineer*in (m/f/d)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

GE Vernova is a company focused on advanced grid technologies and systems for power transmission and distribution. They are seeking a Control System Engineer to support operations by performing field service activities, delivering engineering validation support, and leading maintenance services across GE control systems.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability

Responsibilities

Commissioning of substation control systems (SCADA, HMI, networks, cyber security) at customer sites

Performing control system validation and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)

Leading maintenance activities, including first-line fault diagnostics and on-call support (out of hours, weekends, holidays) for onshore/offshore substations

Providing technical guidance to customer personnel on installation, operation, maintenance, and ensuring delivery of detailed service reports

Supporting engineering tasks (database updates, system upgrades/modifications, network/firewall configurations, cyber security testing)

Managing fault reports, customer complaints, and driving quick resolution in line with procedures

Coordinating with internal CoE teams regarding product/system obsolescence and improvement actions

Supporting internal/external training activities and continuously developing product/system knowledge

Communicating commissioning schedules, requirements, and quality issues to project and service management

Ensuring safety compliance, maintaining competence authorizations, and applying GE quality and EHS standards on site

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringSubstation Automation SystemsSCADA/HMI TestingCyber Security TestingCommissioning ExperienceProtection RelaysGerman LanguageEnglish LanguageOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam-oriented Attitude

Required

BSc in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

Proven experience in service or project environments within the energy, transmission

Demonstrated commissioning experience in substations across voltage levels from 11 kV to 400 kV

Experience with substation automation systems, technical support, testing, maintenance, and commissioning in transmission, distribution, industrial, or power plant environments

Experience with protection relays and control systems (LV/MV/HV)

Hands-on experience with substation automation systems (Zenon, PACiS, DS Agile)

Experience in detailed design, functional testing, FAT, and on-site commissioning of control systems

Practical experience in SCADA/HMI testing, IEC61850 / IEC101 / IEC104 integration, and cyber security functional testing

Professional working proficiency in German and English

Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally (approx. 160 days/year)

Valid driver's license