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# Principal Engineer - HVDC Systems Engineering

- **Company:** GE Vernova
- **Location:** UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Grid System, Systems Engineering, Network Analysis, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Requirements Management, Simulink, DOORS (Software), Vba Programming Language, Physical Design
- **Published:** August 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/principal-engineer/ge-vernova-job107866194

## About the Role

You are a technically deep, commercially aware, and collaborative engineering leader who combines HVDC expertise with strong judgement, communication, and a drive to solve complex power system challenges.

 * The ability to lead HVDC system design and studies , translating customer needs into practical, robust, and value-driven technical solutions
 * The capability to work across power system design, circuit analysis, power control, reactive power design , and broader HVAC and HVDC system engineering topics
 * An understanding of high-voltage equipment specification, design, testing, and lifecycle management , including transformers, reactors, capacitors, switchgear, instrument transformers, transducers, surge arresters, bushings, and insulators
 * An expertise in electrical power systems modelling and analysis , including awareness of network studies and the ability to assess system performance, losses, and technical risk
 * Knowledge of key technical areas such as reliability, availability, and maintainability , insulation coordination , harmonic analysis , power quality , radio frequency interference , electromagnetic compatibility , and audible noise assessment and mitigation
 * Familiarity with tools used in power network analysis, electromagnetic transient studies, reliability assessment, audible noise studies, requirements management, and technical scripting or modelling, such as PSS/E, DIgSILENT, PSCAD, EMTP-RV, ATP, ReliaSoft, Isograph, SoundPLAN, DOORS, Python, MATLAB, Simulink, and VBA
 * The ability to communicate clearly in English, build well-supported technical arguments, influence stakeholders, and work effectively with customers, suppliers, and multidisciplinary global teams
 * A collaborative and thoughtful approach to technical leadership, planning, negotiation, team facilitation, risk and opportunity management, and engineering decision-making
 * A strong interest in continuous improvement, innovation, emerging technologies, and sharing knowledge to help others grow

A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor or Master's degree in Power Systems Engineering or a related field are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience, technical expertise, and professional achievements.

## Description

Do you want to shape the technical future of HVDC projects and help deliver the grid systems that power a lower-carbon world?, * Leading the overall HVDC technical solution to meet customer requirements using reference solutions and sound engineering judgement

 * Developing integrated HVDC scheme designs by defining subsystem ratings, functionalities, and interfaces in an optimized and cost-effective way
 * Planning execution strategies with team leaders, supporting engineering estimates, and identifying risks, issues, and mitigation plans for new opportunities
 * Defining and maintaining technical specifications, guidance notes, and engineering standards for HVDC systems and high-value high-voltage equipment
 * Managing the lifecycle of key high-voltage equipment, including transformers, reactors, capacitors, instrument transformers, and surge arresters, from requirements and specification through supplier management, validation, testing, manufacturing, and commissioning
 * Delivering reliability, availability, and maintainability studies, as well as electrical losses modelling, to provide clear technical insight and support lifecycle decision-making
 * Providing expert technical input to design reviews, project proposals, customer negotiations, supplier audits, and cross-functional problem solving across manufacturing, supply, and field activities
 * Improving engineering tools, operational processes, systems, and technical solutions to enhance customer value, business efficiency, product introduction, cost performance, and schedule adherence
 * Representing GE Vernova externally with customers, suppliers, professional bodies, conferences, and academic institutions, while supporting innovation and intellectual property activities including patent evaluation
 * Mentoring engineers, supporting technical development and succession planning, and contributing to hiring and promotion discussions within the engineering community


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