Lead Electrical Substation Protection and Control Engineer

Job Description Summary
What Impact You'll Make:

"GE Vernova Grid Automation is proud to lead expanding Algeria Power Transmission Network with 170 SS during the first phase. Additionally we lead the localization of Grid Automation Integration industry for Protection, CCN, and Telecommunications.

This job will let you contribute to expanding Algeria Power Transmission Network and support Algerian Integration Facility to localize this industry."

Job Description
In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for the Engineering & Field Services of the Electrical Substation Protection and Control Systems including CCN (Contrôle Commande Numérique). You will closely coordinate your activities with GE sales, Tendering, Project management, Telecom, Applications, and After Sales. This position will report to GA NAFT Engineering & Field Services leader.

Vernova Purpose
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the Engineering & Field Services of the of the Electrical Substation Protection and Control Systems including Substation Automation CCN (Contrôle Commande Numérique ).
• Take the complete ownership of technical activities for assigned projects (Site Survey, Engineering, Design, Ordering Material, follow up material delivery, Follow Up and Support Panels Integration, Pre-FAT Internal Validation, FAT with customer, Supervise Site installations, Conduct Site testing and commissioning, Site Red mark-up and As Built Drawings, system troubleshooting and rectification).
• Analyze customer requirements & specifications to propose innovative and cost-effective solutions.
• Lead the design and implementation of the Electrical Substation LAN networks Architectures and configuration of Substation ethernet switches / routers and GPS satellite clocks.
• Generate Purchase Requests for Materials required under the project with technical description.
• Participate with Project manager in customer, end user, subcontractor, and internal meetings.
• Generate Purchase Requests for Materials required under the project with technical description.
• Manage project document flow.
• Follow the departments standard design process and contribute to continuously improving it.
• Co-ordination with the Panels integration team at the Integration Facility to ensure smooth operation of Panels integration activity with relation to materials and documentation.
• Lead and conduct Pre-FAT Internal Validation and FAT with customer.
• Lead and conduct Site installations supervision, Site testing and commissioning, Site Red mark-up and As Built Drawings, system troubleshooting and rectification.
• Support Sales and Tendering team - Study customer's technical & commercial requirements. Support Management during contract negotiation Deliver Customer trainings with high customer-satisfaction.

What You Will Bring

• Engineering degree (5 Years University Education) in Electrical Engineering ,Communications, Instrumentation and Control and Electronics from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering and commissioning of Electrical Substation Protection and Control Panels including product selections, Configuration, FAT, site installations supervision, Site testing and commissioning, as well as system troubleshooting and rectification.
• Knowledge and Site experience in conventional and digital control systems (CCN) (Contrôle Commande Numérique) of electrical power substations using IEC-61850 protocol.
• Knowledge of Electrical Substation operation Sequencing & interlocking principles and their implementation in IEC61850 IED's.
• Strong understanding of Algeria customer solutions / products specifications.
• knowledge of communication/Automation protocols such as IEC 61850, MODBUS, IEC 101/104 & T103.
• Good knowledge of IT Networking. CCNA certified or equivalent will be preferred.
• knowledge of Cyber security solutions implementation in the field of Electrical Substation Automation.
• Good knowledge and use of CAD software's such as AutoCAD, MS-VISIO.
• Excellent in MS-Office package (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Ability and willingness to travel inside and outside Algeria without limitations.
• Fluent in English, French and Arabic languages. (oral, reading and writing).

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Strong interpersonal and interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical skills to quickly understand and guide solutions to customer issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on innovative and creative solutions that result in higher profitability, increased visibility & market penetration.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and training skills.
• Professional experience with Algerian customers within Electrical utility customers, EPCs, OEMs and system integrators
• Proactive work style, creativity, high energy, Strong teamworking skills.
• Fast learner, willing to learn new technologies improve his technical capabilities.
• Strong Time Management skills, and ability to work under stress and react positively to sudden requests from internal and external customers and stakeholders.

Benefits Available To You
GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova )

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity
At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an
inclusive
culture
, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more:

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*Relocation Assistance Provided:
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