Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key Objectives

Accelerate and secure UK type approval and product registration in the UK market.
Strengthen technical trust with UK TSOs/DNOs.
Ensure robust technical support to tendering and execution teams.
Position GE Vernova as the preferred HV GIS/AIS switchgear partner in the UK.

Responsibilities and Scope of Work

UK Product Type Approval & Registration

Lead all UK type approval registration and technical submissions with: NGET SPEN SSEN ENA Other DNOs
Prepare and coordinate technical evidence type approval and type registration files and compliance documentation.
Maintain visibility on approval progress risks and requirements.

Technical Reference for UK HV Switchgear

Act as the primary technical contact for HV GIS/AIS (72.5420 kV) performance and design.
Ensure alignment between GE Vernovas products and UK-specific standards & utility requirements.
Support product adaptation strategies and compliance alignment.

Tendering Support

Ensure tender technical offers match UK-approved and type-registered designs.
Review customer specs validate proposals and support technical clarifications.
Provide risk assessments linked to product qualification status.

Project & Execution Support

Provide expert input on UK type approval status and design constraints.
Support resolution of technical issues during project execution.
Interface with engineering quality and UK utilities during issue resolution.

Qualifications

Technician/master craftsman or university degree in Electrical/Power Engineering.
Extensive experience in HV switchgear engineering testing or utility-facing roles. (MV/HV switchgear background will be considered for candidates demonstrating strong transferable technical skills.)
Strong knowledge of IEC 62271 IEC 60071 IEEE C37 EN/DIN and ideally UK DNO/TSO standards.
Experience with UK type approval type registration or regulatory approvals.
Fluent English.

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