Controls Automation Engineer - Dynamic Positioning DP Systems
Controls Automation Engineer - Dynamic Positioning DP Systems
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GEs Power Conversion business part of GE Vernova provides electrification systems that are critical to customers power and energy needs for their highperformance applications. We work with some of the worlds major energy maritime and industrial organizations helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization including through our specialist motors drives and control technologies.Job Description
We are looking for a skilled and curious engineer to join our Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems engineering team in Rugby.
As a member of our multidisciplinary team of engineers you will be responsible for all tasks related to software design implementation and testing of Marine Automation and DP systems for marine offshore and naval applications.
DP systems are essentially computercontrolled autopilot systems for seafaring vessels or marine floating constructions. They maintain set course or position using propulsion units to counteract the effects of displacing forces such as wind current and wave action. To learn more about GE Dynamic Positioning systems check out this short video: GE introduces All Speed DP mode for wind farms.
In this role you will focus on:
- Executing various controls software engineering activities for the delivery of compliant automation and dynamic positioning (DP) systems from the receipt of an order to handover to the customer.
- Planning and executing all engineering activities to ensure projects attain ontime delivery cost and quality targets including testing and documentation.
- Providing a technical interface to various stakeholders (customers marine classification societies and suppliers) and the sales commissioning and service teams.
- Performing the functional design of HMI PLC Architecture Networks and Communications interfaces using standard hardware and software components.
- Writing PLC code using IEC 611313 compliant programming languages (e.g. Ladder diagram (LD) Function block diagram (FBD) Structured text (ST) Instruction list (IL) and Sequential function chart (SFC).
- Designing implementing and testing automation process mimics using HMI SCADA packages.
- Working with the Drawing Office to produce equipment drawings electrical wiring diagrams cable interconnection drawings and interface schedules etc.
We are looking for a committed and professional individual with:
- A relevant degree in Electrical Electronics or Industrial Control Systems Engineering (or equivalent) or significant relevant experience gained in a professional engineering environment.
- Good understanding of programming PLCs (IEC61131 Function Block Ladder Structured text etc. and HMI/SCADA systems programming.
- Experience of control &instrumentation mechanical & electrical packaging for automation systems.
- Knowledge of Industrial communication protocols e.g. Modbus (RTU/TCP IP) OPCUA Profibus Profinet etc.
What will make you stand out:
- Previous experience with Dynamic Positioning systems.
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards achieving it.
- Knowledge/awareness of Operational Technology (OT) cyber security.
- Basic Knowledge of Functional Safety as per IEC 61508.
- Willingness to travel and to spend periods of time on commissioning activities domestically and overseas.
You can expect from us:
- Challenging and exciting projects.
- A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs careers and worklife balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
- Attractive compensation.
- Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution) Income protection Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
- 26 days vacation bank holidays.
A year of action on sustainability GE Vernova Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Employment Type
Full-Time
