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Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition. A vacancy has arisen for a TAE in the UK. As the successful candidate, you will be part of a Northern Europe TAE team supporting the commercial teams in all technical activities relating to Grid Automation in the UK and Northern Europe. Grid Automation offers its customers a complete range of innovative products, systems and services covering design and manufacture, as well as commissioning and long-term maintenance of Substation Protection and Automation solutions. Grid Automation Technical Applications Engineers (TAE) support the Commercial Team in the co-ordination and execution of all commercial and technical activities relating to the Grid Automation Business in the Region.
Essential Responsibilities
* Execute the review, analysis and resolution of assigned customer application enquiries using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / deadline requirements. Including homologation activities and FAT support.
* Provision of technical support to internal and external customers on the complete range of Grid Automation Products (focused on Digital Control System, network management, cybersecurity, etc) both by remotely and face to face meetings. The role will consist of both office-based responsibilities and visits to customer sites.
* Assist the Commercial/Sales organisation in ensuring the best technical solution, promotion of products, presentations and assistance during technical negotiations as well as completing formal tenders for Grid Automation products/solutions in line customer specifications.
* Conduct customer trainings to help customers in the application and the operation of the Grid Automation products and services.
* Attendance of trade shows, seminars and conferences as necessary.
* Capture market intelligence for future developments.
* Conduct Grid Automation portfolio trainings to internal employees.
* Support the OTR Engineering and Service teams in correct application and operations of Grid Automation Products.
Qualifications / Requirements
* Degree in Electrical / Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering or Computer Science.
* Advanced and demonstrated years of experience in a customer facing engineering position.
* Cybersecurity experience. In OT environments preferably.
* Advanced Substation Control System Applications Knowledge within Transmission & Distribution segment.
* Experience with IEC 61850 based Substation Automation solutions is highly desirable.
* Working knowledge of Substation Protection, Substation Automation and RTUs and be able to assist the customers in the selection and implementation of the best GE solution for their applications.
* Experience with Network protocols, HMI systems, and software packages are highly desirable.
* Ability to analyse specific applications and produce technical reports.
* Commercial Acumen.
* Able to travel both in country and overseas.
* Languages – English (duties require writing and verbal communication with customers)
* Knowledge of Digital Substations and software defined solutions.
Desired Characteristics
* Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work on multiple enquiries simultaneously.
* Effective problem identification and solution skills.
What We Offer
* Working in an international team which is part of global Engineering HVDC Centre of Ex-cellence within Grid Integration based in Stafford.
* A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexi-bility of work agreements
* Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between £55,300.00 and £82,900.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: ineligible.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on December 11, 2025.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Electric Power Generation
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