Role: Lead Verification and Validation Engineer
Location: (Onsite) Stafford, UK
Employment Type: Contract
Qualifications / Essential Requirements
* Engineering degree (or equivalent) including power systems and power electronics subjects or proven equivalent HVDC knowledge and experience.
* Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle, particularly the V-Model.
* Demonstrated problem-solving skills, especially in test environments, lab setups, and debugging.
* Strong sense of urgency with the ability to identify and manage technical risks.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to interpret and understand detailed software requirements.
* Understanding of functional characteristics of power systems.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining safety, quality, and engineering integrity.
* Flexibility regarding working hours.
Desired Characteristics
* Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
* Familiarity with Jira.
* Experience with test management tools.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
* Knowledge of HVDC control systems, protection, and sequencing strategy.
* Understanding of HVDC station equipment and interlocking design.
* Experience with PSCAD / RSCAD dynamic performance studies.
* Knowledge of Line Commutated Converters (LCC) or Voltage Source Converters (VSC).
* Experience with tools such as MATCAD, PSCAD, PSS / E, RSCAD, MATLAB, etc.
* Knowledge of applicable electrical standards (e.g., IEC 61850, IEC 62351, IEC 12207, IEEE 15288, IEC 25010, IEC 27032, NERC / CIP).
* Previous experience in the HVDC industry.
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