Job Description SummaryThe Plant Controls Lead Engineer will be responsible for leading requirements flow down for the design, implementation and validation of the networks, SCADA, and communications in Offshore Wind Farms.Job DescriptionAbout usGE Renewable Energy is one of the world's leading offshore wind energy companies, with a portfolio of offshore wind turbines ranging from 6 MW to 14 MW that offer increased value to customers with proven performance, reliability, efficiency and availability.We have invested more than $400 million to develop the Haliade-X, an investment that will also drive down offshore wind farms' levelized cost of energy, helping make offshore wind energy more competitive for our customers. The Haliade-X was the industry's first 14MW offshore wind turbine to operate, and is the only 12+MW offshore wind turbine platform that has been operating for over two years, specifically at its Rotterdam prototype site.Roles and ResponsibilitiesDesign and enhancement of networks, SCADA and wind farm communications, coordinating with teams within Renewable Engineering, Services and New Technology on current and future product needs.Lead design, implementation, and validation of windfarm network communication system as well as for SCADA product.Write and maintain functional specifications for new or modified requirements.Work with individual product teams to ensure cyber secure designs and standards are integrated into network and SCADA systems.Provide technical assistance in evaluating performance and results of SCADA applications, systems and procedures.Lead estimation and design of customer proposals from a Network, Security, and Controls and SCADA perspective.Participate in identifying and implementing improvements in product and platform strategies. Interface with simulations team and incorporate wind farm and/or SCADA requirements into test platforms, as part of control system design and maintenance strategies.Support services organization in customer network communication issues and provide resolutionsTrack updates and changes to security standards, specifically NERC CIP, WIB M2784-X-10, IEC 62443 and ISA 99, and apply these standards to wind farm designsCoach and update engineering teams on technical developments, design and tools.Occasionally act as customer-facing SME, answering questions and inspiring confidence.Required QualificationsDegree in Control Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical or Network Engineering from an accredited College or UniversityIndustrial knowledge of real-time systems, IP address management, knowledge of industry standard communication protocols and common fieldbus protocolsExperience in configuration and management of related devices.Strong knowledge of wind turbine first principles and communications.Knowledge of the Open Systems Interconnection model (OSI) model and data transmission and communication.Excellent knowledge of security system design and practicesFamiliarity and practical experience with agile methodologiesProven ability to work in a cross-functional and global environment.Track record of meeting or exceeding schedule and quality targetsStrong oral and written communication skillsFluent in English (spoken and written)Effective problem identification and solution skillsStrong interpersonal skills, proven leadership skills and a positive energyWillingness to travel to site occasionallyDesired CharacteristicsExperience with industrial redundant networksExperience with GE's MarkVIe or similar PLC'sMinimum of 5 years of wind industry experience with a focus on plant controls systemsStrong analytical approach to problem solvingStrong written communication skills#LI-CC1Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: NoJob SummaryJob number: R3724066Date posted : 2023-07-17Profession: Engineering/TechnologyEmployment type: Mid-Career
