Lead P&C Engineer

GE Vernova

Lead protection and control engineering for GE Vernova’s grid automation projects. Designing, simulating, testing, and commissioning power-system solutions for utility and industrial customers.

Posted 8/8/2026full-timeRemote • Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $98,400 - $164,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and delivering complex protection solutions for electric power systems, including microgrid solutions and power system simulations. Proficient in technical report writing and communication, with a strong foundation in power system analysis and protection theory.

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Power System DesignMicrogrid SolutionsPower System SimulationTechnical Report WritingProtection Theory

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Hard Skills

Power System AnalysisFault StudyRelay Setting Files CreationControl Logic ProgrammingEngineering StudiesPower Flow OptimizationLightning ProtectionInsulation CoordinationArc-Flash StudiesProtective Device Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTechnical WritingPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

MathcadMATLABASPENCAPESKMCDEGSWinIGSEtapDoble Test EquipmentOmicron Test Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering Accreditation

Industry Keywords

IEC 61850DNPModbusElectric Power SystemsSystem CommissioningField Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and deliver complex protection solutions for generation, transmission, and distribution systems
Participate in designing and developing microgrid solutions, including power flow optimization and dispatching algorithms
Perform engineering studies and analyses, including short circuit, load flow, ground grid design, lightning protection, insulation coordination, arc-flash, and protective device coordination studies
Create relay setting files and program protection and control elements, control logic, and communications settings
Test customized protection and control solutions in-house and at customer installations
Model and conduct power system simulations using RTDS or equivalent
Provide factory acceptance test plans and testing services
Plan site acceptance tests and provide field support through commissioning
Assist software tool development to automate engineering processes
Participate in project meetings with project managers and customers on technical discussions

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. or higher degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering specialized in power system
7+ years of experience in design, study, and analysis of electric power systems
Knowledge of power system steady and transient analysis, fault study, and protection theory
Familiarity with symmetrical components
Working experience with Mathcad, MATLAB, ASPEN, CAPE, SKM, CDEGS, WinIGS, or Etap
Working knowledge of IEC 61850, DNP, and Modbus substation communication protocols
Knowledge or field experience with system commissioning and testing, including Doble / Omicron test equipment or similar
Technical skills to execute projects, identify opportunities, and write SOW proposals
Proficiency in technical report writing, MS Word, and Excel
Strong communication skills, including technical writing and presentations
Professional engineering accreditation is an asset but not essential
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Great work environment
Professional development
Challenging careers
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off