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Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
As HVDC Site Lead Engineer you will supervise and manage a team of engineers / technicians and/or subcontractors for the installation, pre-commissioning, and maintenance of HVDC Solutions.
UK Grid Solutions Limited, Stafford is an international leader in high power electronics and control technology, specialising in the engineering of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Transmission Systems using both Line-Commutated (thyristor-based) and Voltage-Sourced (IGBT-based) converter technologies.
Responsibilities
Job Description

• Lead / Supervise team of field engineers / technicians in the field and carry out assembly, repair and maintenance, pre-commissioning work on-site at our customers\’ sites, or in our workshops / test facilities.
• Lead mechanical work and electrical testing work done on site.
• Participate in the work of updating technical documentation related to the site activities.
• Plan for the projects and prepare the works (tools & equipment, spare parts, documentation).
• Report on the progress of work. (Daily reporting, Smartsheet management, progress charts and documentation)
• Carry out quality monitoring and traceability of works (NCR’s, reports, Quality plans, etc).
• Perform all the administrative tasks related to the position and to the various missions entrusted to the role (Close out reporting, lessons learnt etc).
• Ensure the security and strengthen the EHS culture of all stakeholders under their responsibility in accordance with the GE lifesaving principles and GE EHS policies.
• Report all dangerous situations for yourself, others, or the environment.
• Actively promote safety observation reporting.
• Maintain the Valve Delivery Project Plan.
• Participate in the review of detailed Valve Project Smartsheet Plan derived from the main Project Delivery P6 plan.
• Participate in the Valve Risk Register to escalate high risks to project team.
• Participate in the review of planned hours, Cost-To-Completion hours vs Budgeted hours.
• Adhere to the GE HVDC Valve operation rhythm.
• Adhere to the Valve Engineering SIPOC and delivery processes.
• Accountability on the On-Time-Delivery and say-do ratio KPIs for the project.
• Participate in cross-functional tasks and discussions.
• Lead Non-Conformities in relation to valve site activities, with action plan in place and accountability to close them.
• Participate in Valve Engineering Gate Reviews and Engineering Design Reviews.
• When required represent HVDC Valve at the customer sites and with GE partners.
• Actively share and learn good practices and lessons learnt as continuous improvement for future projects execution.
• Tasks include: Pipe fitting, mechanical build, busbar jointing, laying and checking fibre optics, pressure tests, flow tests, knowledge of cooling plant, performing electrical checks and tests, etc.

Skills And Competencies

• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects / teams
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
• Experience in Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Advantageous

• Having raised or managed Non-Conformance issues
• Involved in continuous improvement activities
• GWO Offshore training and associated medicals
• CREO / Cad design

About Us
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition – and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
About GE Grid Solutions
At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
Why We Come To Work
At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge – and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
What We Offer
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities – including private health insurance.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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