Job Description Summary

The DCS Engineer is a key technical resource directly supporting Project Management and Technical Leaders for the definition design and implementation of Automation and Control Engineering solutions for Substation Automation projects. The incumbent acts as a technical authority for the project ensuring the successful execution of both basic and detailed design phases within the defined delivery timelines design budget (man-days) and quality standards.
This role will deliver the technical execution of key offerings including but not limited to Digital Control Systems (DCS) Distribution Automation Process Bus Digital Substations Cybersecurity Distributed Energy Resources (DER) integration solutions Microgrids control and monitoring solutions Wide Area Monitoring Protection and Control solutions (WAMPAC) Remedial Action Schemes (RAS)and Top-Down Engineering Solutions.
Project execution encompasses hardware devices (protection relays bay controller units auxiliary relays industrial computers synchronizing clocks telecom equipment) and software applications (distribution automation process bus advanced protection schemes cybersecurity management device management assets performance microgrid) to monitor control and protect various industrial applications in the energy sector and in particular the electrical grids.
This is a customer-facing role requiring experience presenting solutions and supporting demos pilots and proofofconcepts to stakeholders at multiple levels.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Execute job studies for automation projects defining project strategy conceptual DCS design deliverables BoM man-hour estimates and design risk mitigation plans.
• Develop and release technical design documentation engineering calculations DCS configurations and IED selections with a focus on cost-effective solutions.
• Lead design reviews and customer technical discussions resolving comments and driving timely approvals in compliance with quality and engineering standards.
• Design augmentation solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing systems and infrastructure.
• Perform critical engineering calculations including network data flow analysis and data point estimation and review factory and assembly drawings for design accuracy.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams suppliers and partners to support FAT site issue resolution snag closure and Site Acceptance Testing.
• Provide technical leadership for project execution including multi-protocol IED integration SAS troubleshooting and incorporation of lessons learned into future designs.
• Drive on-time high-quality delivery of design packages by tracking progress controlling design hours mitigating execution risks and supporting scope and variation order assessments.
• Represent customer technical requirements in design decisions align engineering deliverables with business objectives and ensure strict adherence to EHS standards and safe work practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in design testing troubleshooting and delivery of Substation Automation Systems (SAS).

Eligibility Requirements

• The preferred work location for this role is at our location in Salt Lake City UT but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered.
• Fluent in English and able to travel up to 30% across the U.S. and Canada.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong expertise in substation automation design and implementation including network architecture SCADA/HMI databases cybersecurity IED integration and system testing.
• Proficient in programming electrical control systems including SCADA/HMI network devices firewalls IEC 61131 PLCs and energy management systems for utility industrial DER and microgrid applications.
• Knowledgeable in utility standards protection systems commissioning and tailoring solutions to customer needs.
• Experienced with grid automation protocols such as IEC 61850 Modbus and DNP3 as well as smart grid and renewable energy integration.
• Skilled in DCS troubleshooting diagnostics project planning engineering workflows and execution.
• Strong leadership communication stakeholder management analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent in English; willing to travel up to 30% across the U.S. and Canada.
• PE license and relevant certifications are a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint and Visio.

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: July 06 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position the pay range for this position is between $89300.00 and $148700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110% 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience education and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 14 2026.

Available benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance adoption assistance paid parental leave disability benefits life insurance 12 paid holidays and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually GE Vernova) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate amend suspend replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.