Verification & Validation Engineer
Staffordshire, UK
Full Time Permanent Hire
Required Experience
* 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.
* Knowledge of HVDC control systems, protection, and sequencing strategy.
* Understanding of HVDC station equipment and interlocking design.
* Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
* Experience with test management tools.
* Demonstrated problem-solving skills, especially in test environments, lab setups, and debugging.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
* Experience with PSCAD / RSCAD dynamic performance studies.
* Knowledge of Line Commutated Converters (LCC) or Voltage Source Converters (VSC).
* Experience with tools such as PSCAD, PSS/E, MATLAB, etc.
* Knowledge of applicable electrical standards (e.g., IEC 61850).
Job Responsibilities
* The Lead Verification and Validation Engineer ensures the verification and validation of HVDC Control Systems by designing, developing, and executing tests on Controls Software.
* The role ensures both that the software is built correctly and that the correct software is built, aligned with customer and project requirements.
* Design and create test cases based on software requirements.
* Execute test procedures and provide clear, structured reporting of results.
* Review and analyse test results, reporting status and findings.
* Communicate failures and issues to relevant engineering teams with clarity and accuracy.
* Understand key project plan milestones and ensure required testing activities are properly scheduled.
* Support continual improvement efforts by introducing new tools, methods, and process enhancements in collaboration with Continuous Improvement leaders.
* Promote a standard product methodology mindset, identifying opportunities for solution re-use and improving quality, reliability, and delivery timelines.
* Lead the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) with clients.
* Conduct gap analysis between standard/design requirements and customer technical requirements, defining associated test needs.
* Provide expertise on control system requirements for RTDS lab setups, including AC/DC interface requirements, Plant Emulator interface needs, and power system modelling and verification in RSCAD.
* Apply strong problem‑solving capabilities to support test execution, lab setup issues, and debugging challenges.
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