Digital Control Systems Engineering Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee and cultivate a project team that focuses on design, integration, and testing for Grid Automation initiatives.

• Establish, strategize, and execute SCADA, Substation Automation, Integrated Energy Management Solutions, Substation Networks, cybersecurity solutions, and related site services.

• Lead the engineering team by defining strategic objectives, setting up processes, and establishing key performance indicators.

• Uphold exemplary standards in project engineering, efficiency, and timely delivery.

• Monitor and manage resource utilization in collaboration with the Project Management Office.

• Create offerings for Substation Automation Services.

• Guide, mentor, and nurture teams across System Design, Integration, and Testing.

• Formulate and implement the vision and operational framework for the Digital Control System Engineering organization.

• Foster technical excellence, collaboration, and ongoing improvement.

• Lead EHS/Safety initiatives and performance while ensuring adherence to GE policies and processes.

• Confirm that engineering teams and subcontractors receive appropriate training and possess necessary qualifications.

• Guarantee consistent, high-quality engineering outputs.

• Evaluate and enhance automation portfolio options, including DS Agile, IEMS, G500, GPG, and D20.

• Advise and assess project-critical design choices for technical compliance.

• Assist in bids and project execution by defining system-level concepts and integration strategies.

• Collaborate with global engineering, project management, and supply chain teams to facilitate system integration and commissioning handover.

• Promote design standardization, digital engineering tools, and best practices.

• Develop succession plans and competency enhancement strategies.

• Encourage talent development through coaching, technical training, and cross-project experiences.

• Attract and retain top-performing engineers.

• Evaluate and cultivate external resource contractors.

• Collaborate with NPI, Tendering, and Regional Commercial teams on technical strategies and resource allocation.

• Provide tender estimations and feedback on projects post-delivery.

• Represent Digital Control System Engineering in technical discussions, customer meetings, and audits.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.

• 8 years of experience in electricity and automation engineering, encompassing distribution automation, substation digitization, diagnostics, APM, device management, and cybersecurity.

• 3 years of experience in designing and programming electrical control systems, including SCADA/HMI, IEC 61850, firewalls, cybersecurity, and networking.

• 5 years of experience managing engineering teams.

• Proficiency in English.

• Willingness to travel 30% of the time within the US and Canada.

• A Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.

• A Professional Engineering License is preferred.

• Familiarity with NERC CIP and NIST regulations.

• Knowledge of Modbus, OPC (DA, AE, UA), DNP3, and IEC61850 network communication protocols.

• Experience with smart grid technologies and the integration of renewable energy.

• Previous experience working in a multicultural setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach.

• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings plan 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.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.