GE Vernova delivers reactive power compensators such as Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) and Static Var Compensators (SVC), on which we are the global FACTS Solution Line based in Finland, India, Brazil and US. These systems are used to control power system voltage and reactive power flow as well as to improve the power system stability and transmission system efficiency. Via our projects, you truly have a chance to make the world a better place by helping our global customers in saving vital energy and securing stable electricity distribution.
We are looking for Engineering Professionals to join the FACTS Solution Line team. The position will be based in Noida, India with remote working flexibility. You will be working on cutting edge technology and varied international high-profile projects. In this position, you will be reporting to Engineering Manager – Secondary Engineering, Noida office and it can be considered a top priority position to perform in a critical engineering discipline for overall FACTS business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The candidate should possess strong hands-on experience in Single line diagram, Protection & Metering SLD, Control and Protection panel designs, Automation Panel design, Interconnection diagrams, Cable schedules, Panel terminal plan drawing, GA Drawing preparation, Hardware List, Bill of Materials, etc. Experience of working in 1 – 2 STATCOM/HVDC project will be preferred.
Control & Protection Hardware Engineering
Prepare detailed hardware specification, bill of materials for Substation & STATCOM Projects.
Develop control and protection panel designs, GA drawings, schematics, relay list, bay control units, marshalling kiosks, and automation panels.
Prepare & Design
Protection single line diagrams
Control schematics using EPLAN/E3/EBASE etc.
Interconnection diagrams
GA drawings
Cable schedules
Terminal plans
Panel layout drawing
Bill of Materials (BOM)
Rack layout
Design AC/DC auxiliary supply distribution schemes
Develop I/O allocation and interface engineering for protection relays, RTUs, BCUs, SCADA, STATCOM Controllers, Ethernet Switches etc.
Prepare station-wide control and interlocking philosophy implementation.
Design reviews with clients/consultants
Participate in FAT/SAT activities where required
STATCOM Specific Engineering
Develop hardware engineering for
STATCOM Control & Protection systems
Valve cooling control interface
Transformer protection system
Line bay protection
MSC/MSR bay protection
Harmonic filter protection
Coordinate interfaces between Unit Controller, Station Controller, PPC, HMI & Grid Automation system.
Prepare communication architecture drawings and interface documentations.
Protection Systems
Knowledge of protection schemes for:
Transmission line
Power transformer
Busbars
Reactors
Capacitor banks
Harmonic filter
STATCOM branches
Site commissioning support
Pre-commissioning work of Control & Protection systems at site
Pre-STATCOM control system
Review and apply design stage documents/settings at site.
Review site modifications and prepare engineering updates
Perform primary and secondary injection testing of protection relays
Support energization and performance testing activities.
Standard knowledge
Familiar with:
IEC 61850
IEC 60255
IEC 62271
IEC 61000
Utility technical specifications
Grid code requirements
Engineering Documentation
Prepare and review
General arrangement drawings, BOM of Control & Protection panels
Schematic drawings
Relay setting calculation
Maintain documentation as per project quality plans
Qualifications/Requirements:
4 – 8 years of relevant experience in Substation/FACTS/HVDC Projects.
Minimum 2 years of experience specifically in STATCOM/FACTS/HVDC projects
Experience in utility scale grid integration and EHV substations preferred.
BTech/MTech degree Or Diploma in Electrical Engineering preferably in Power System.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong prioritizing and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple project priorities
Team-oriented mindset with strong ownership and accountability
Effective communication with global teams.
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
Experience of handling global utility/customers’ requirements.
Desire to work in international environment.
Preferred Industry Background:
Candidates from following industry will be preferred:
FACTS / STATCOM
Power Transmission & Distribution
Renewable Energy Integration
HVDC
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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