Substation Automation engineer – Electrical Control Systems

Job Description Summary
At GE Vernova, we are committed to shaping the future of energy through innovation, technical excellence, and responsible engineering. We are looking for a Electrical Control Systems Engineer to join our Substation Automation team and contribute to the successful delivery of key projects across the South Europe Region.

In this role, you will work at the intersection of engineering, customer interface, and project execution—helping us deliver reliable, high‑quality digital substation solutions while collaborating with cross‑functional teams and strengthening our customer relationships. This position is well‑suited for professionals who thrive in dynamic technical environments, value teamwork, and are motivated by continuous learning and operational rigor.

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your expertise, make an impact in the energy transition, and be part of a global organization that values integrity, safety, and compliance, we encourage you to explore this role.

Job Description

• Project engineer of digital control systems (DCS). Execute projects in collaboration with project engineering departments (CCS, Consulting, Service), Project Management, Procurement, Tendering and other support functions.
• Act as the prime technical customer contact for the execution of the project, ensuring close collaboration with local teams.
• Accompany customers in the South Europe region during the definition of technical solutions together with the TAE, ensuring alignment between customer needs, engineering capabilities and project scope.
• SCADA system configuration (screens, equipment integration, communication protocols, digital/analog signals, events, alarms).
• Design of communication network architecture and configuration. Communication protocols: IEC 61850, Modbus, OPC, EGD, IEC 104.
• Configuration of protection and control equipment at logical and communications level.
• Support in project management (internal validation tests, FAT tests, creation and review of documentation).
• Coordination with different departments (manufacturing, services, tendering).
• Provide support during project execution and, when required, participate in on‑site system commissioning and system start‑up activities to ensure successful delivery.
• Be accountable for on‑time delivery, project operating margins improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Process continuous improvement. Contribute to operations department development and South Europe Region continuous improvement.
• Support commercial team by return of experience, optimizing project cost and deliveries.
• Follow GEV compliance policies and promote open reporting.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Understanding of systems, networks, and communications.
• IT‑oriented mindset with a proactive approach to learning and applying new technologies.
• Previous experience in programming, with proficiency in one or more languages such as VBA, Python, C, JavaScript, or similar. Familiarity with PLC programming.
• Demonstrated ability to apply programming skills to optimize processes, automate tasks, and develop internal tools.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of Electricity Transmission, Distribution & Industrial markets.
• Intermediate or advanced Excel.
• Languages: Fully fluent in English and Spanish. Communication skills in Italian.
• Autonomy & rigor.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer focus and ability to cooperate with different departments.
• Willing to travel around 30%, including occasional travel to Italy to support customer meetings and on‑site activities

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge of electrical system operation.
• Experience with database creation and management (Microsoft Access) is highly desirable.
• Experience in electrical communication protocols (IEC 61850, IEC 104, IEC 103, Modbus, DNP, OPC, EGD, etc.).
• Cybersecurity knowledge.
• Initiative and attention to detail.
• Motivation and desire to learn.
• Immediate incorporation.
• Other languages valued (French, Italian and/or Portuguese), with Italian being a strong plus.

**Additional Information*
*Relocation Assistance Provided:
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