Lead Cooling Controls Engineer (mfd)

As a Lead Cooling Controls Engineer (m/f/d) you will report to the Valve Cooling Team Leader within the HVDC Valves Engineering Department.

The As a Lead Cooling Controls Engineer (m/f/d) you will report to the Valve Cooling Team Leader within the HVDC Valves Engineering Department. The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated dynamic and rapidly growing team of engineers working on the development of cooling systems for power electronics applications for HVDC converters and the forthcoming HVDC Grid.

This Cooling Engineering role covers the electrical instrumentation and controls design of the pure-water cooling systems for HVDC converter valves.

The role gives an excellent opportunity for a motivated candidate to innovate expand their design skills and personal development within an internationally recognized expert in this exciting field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering and design of pure-water cooling control systems for HVDC applications ensuring compliance with project specifications and performance requirements
• Define technical specifications support RFQ preparation evaluate supplier proposals and ensure compliance with requirements
• Coordinate with cross-functional internal engineering teams suppliers customers and work closely with sourcing team on cooling system supplier selection
• Prepare and review P&IDs flow diagrams equipment calculation and specifications
• Review and validate PLC logic Single Line Diagrams Electrical Loads Signals Lists Components Lists and Circuit Diagrams.
• Lead technical risk and availability assessments (DFMEA HAZOP RAM)
• Supervise and witness FAT SAT testing and commissioning activities including communication testing between cooling control system and external systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical technical issues under tight deadlines ensuring uninterrupted system performance
• Contribute to product innovation and continuous improvement of the processes
• Undertake occasional international travels for test supervision supplier visits and internal meetings

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Automation Controls Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Strong knowledge of controls systems PLC-based automation instrumentation electrical power systems and power electronics
• Basic knowledge of power electronics cooling heat transfer hydraulics
• Proven experience in the design integration of cooling control systems and associated automation solutions.
• Ability to prepare and read P&IDs electrical schematics SLD and other engineering drawings
• Experience with LV Electrical systems PLC control logic system integration industrial communication protocols and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP and IEC 61850 and experience with engineering standards (ISO IEC)
• Experience writing technical specifications design reports and test procedures
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office package (Word Excel PowerPoint) and familiarity with simulation tools (e.g. Matlab/Simulink TIA Portal IEDscout)
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional multicultural and global teams with strong written and verbal English communication skills

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of pure water cooling of high-power and high-voltage design HVDC converter stations
• Experience with liquid cooling systems (ideally in power electronics) instrumentations and system integration
• Prior experience with systems commissioning
• Experience with PLC RTU programming simulation and testing for platforms (Siemens Rockwell)
• Mechanical Engineering basics
• Prior experience of supplier chain integration
• Experience with customers interaction discussion negotiation
• Understanding of intellectual property and patent processes

What we offer:

• A key role in a dynamic international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
• Competitive compensation benefits and great development opportunities.
  

ELECTRIFICATION SYSTEMS - GRID SOLUTIONS

The Global Grid System Integration (GSI) team delivers a wide range of turnkey high voltage AC and DC transmission projects to its Customers worldwide.

Grid Solutions a GE Vernova business serves customers globally with over 20000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment systems and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. Grid Solutions is focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

About GE Vernova Grid Solutions

At GE Vernova 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 Vernova Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable grid. GE Vernova Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work

At GE Vernova our engineers are always up for the challenge - and were always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting and youll 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 youll be exposed to game-changing diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

Candidates should be aware that this role involves a clients critical infrastructure; shortlisted candidates would therefore be subject to heightened security checks as directed by our clients. All personal data will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our data protection policies solely for recruitment and security purposes.