Lead Controls Engineer
Lead Controls Engineer – Electrification team – Stafford, UK.
Responsibilities
- Design low-voltage control schemes for power transformers, from engineering design through to manufacture and testing.
- Create control schematics, specifications, general arrangement drawings, and cable schedules for control cabinets for power transformers.
- Interface with relays, tap‑changers, transformer components and SCADA or central control systems.
- Develop HMI solutions and support programming activity where required.
- Select and specify components for ordering and manufacturing.
- Review supplier drawings and support factory acceptance tests.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across projects, tendering, manufacturing, quality, procurement and other functions.
- Maintain strong performance against key delivery measures such as on‑time delivery, right‑first‑time and budget adherence.
- Support continuous improvement through safe, high‑quality, and efficient engineering practice.
Skills for Success
- Ability to design low-voltage control schemes for power transformers.
- Capability to prepare control schematics, specifications, and related engineering documentation independently.
- Understanding of low-voltage switchgear schematics and related automation.
- Understanding of transformer design and calculations (active part design, lead exits, insulation, windings, nesting of coils and tank design) and transformer design calculations is an advantage.
- Expertise in controls, electrical or instrumentation engineering, or equivalent experience in power transformers.
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and a document management system such as Windchill or a similar platform.
- Experience with PLC programming or automation software is preferred, but not essential.
- Strong communication skills and confidence to coordinate with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
- Focus on safety, quality, delivery and cost, with a collaborative and accountable approach.
Qualifications & Education
A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls, Mechanical Engineering or a related field are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
Work Details
Permanent position based in Stafford, UK. Hybrid working model allows flexibility to work from our office and from home.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed and raise the bar for everyone. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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