Engineer - Systems Engineering

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GE Vernova

India, Tamil Nadu Full-Time On-site INR 10–10 LPA

Posted 3 weeks ago • Apply by May 22, 2026

Job Description

Job Description Summary

Protection Test Engineer is responsible for configuration, testing of Protection relays and Cubicles for both the Electric Utility & Industrial markets for the Grid Solutions business. In-depth hands-on experience & knowledge of Protection and scheme design is an essential element of this role.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

The Protection Test Engineer Will Be Responsible For

Perform configuration of protection relays, Validation, factory acceptance test (FAT) of Protection systems.
Support site activities when required.
Seeks resolutions on hardware, Software, or performance related protection/design issues.
Manage Fault reports for resolution via Company’s process. To adhere to all required procedures and processes in force at any time.
Provide weekly time sheets and monthly reports including status of all work undertaken by the Engineer.
Communicate Project schedule progress, report quality issues and tools/equipment requirements.
Maintain strong safety mindset to assure the executed work reflects the technical requirements within GE safety standards.
Warns the project manager and the technical lead in case of budget deviation forecast / any technical deviation which put the project in risk.
Abide by all GE Corporate and local policies and procedures including but not limited to Integrity, Diversity, Proprietary Information, Conflict of Interest.
Apply and adhere the company’s quality, environment health & safety policies to the work at Factory and site.
Work in a safe manner and ensure appropriate training is taken to do tasks safely.
Report any accidents or injuries while on the job.
Oversee cubicle safety & good housekeeping practices of team members.
Ensure RAMS produced and approved before performing any works.

Job Requirements

The incumbent must possess strong knowledge of protection functions, Electrical Scheme, and cubicle design.
Strong working knowledge of relays configuration and testing
Electrical (motors, generators, power grid and generation)

Desired Characteristics

Electrical Engineer with over 4 years’ experience in substations ranging from 11kV to 400kV
Ability to travel to customer sites
Knowledge on Power & Protection Systems.
Experience with electrical Protection relays (LV, MV & HV), detailed design is essential for the job.
Strong technical skills on Programming and testing Protection Relays.
Ability to perform Functional testing of Protection panels.
Experience in Factory Acceptance Testing of protection schemes.
Experience on performing testing including but not limited to checking protection functions via secondary injections, GOOSE testing, signal testing with SCADA on IEC61850.
Candidates with proven knowledge of GE protection relays and Substation automation solutions are preferred.
Ability to organize, prioritize and achieve milestones and deliverables.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer focus and ability to cooperate with the different departments.
A rigorous team working approach with a high level of self-motivation, flexibility, and self-learning aptitude.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
The ability to work independently within a dynamic work environment is essential.
Well-developed organizational skills are required.