Job Description Summary

Lead and coordinate protection and control engineering activities, ensuring the successful execution of projects and the reliability of electrical substation systems. Provide technical leadership, support system optimization initiatives, and drive the development of engineering teams and field operations.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of protection and control engineers and technicians, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment;
• Coordinate the planning, execution, and delivery of protection and control projects, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards;
• Provide technical expertise in the design, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and implementation of protection and control systems;
• Partner with project managers, system operators, and maintenance teams to optimize system performance, reliability, and operational efficiency;
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating existing systems, implementing enhancements, and staying current with industry standards and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation & Control Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field;
• Solid experience with electrical substations, including field equipment, instrumentation, and protection & control systems;
• Knowledge of Brazilian regulations and industry standards related to substation automation and protection & control systems, including ONS modules;
• Advanced English and Spanish communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a global environment;
• Availability to travel up to 30% of the time. 

Diversity:

GE Vernova is committed to fostering diversity and encourages women, Black professionals, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIAP+ community, and professionals of all ages to apply for this position.

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