About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager – HVDC Control & Protection (C&P) to lead a highly skilled technical team delivering HVDC solutions worldwide. This role combines deep technical involvement in HVDC control technology with people leadership and project execution responsibility.
You will lead a team of approximately 10–15 Control & Protection engineers, accountable for technical delivery across HVDC projects, development of control concepts, and close technical engagement with customers. The role requires hands-on expertise in HVDC control systems and validation and verification, alongside strong leadership, mentoring, and coaching capabilities.
Technical Leadership & Project Execution
* Lead and drive end-to-end technical execution of HVDC Control & Protection scope across customer projects.
* Define and approve technical concepts, architectures, and control strategies for HVDC systems.
* Act as the technical authority for HVDC control technology, ensuring compliance with project requirements, standards, and business best practices.
* Oversee and contribute to validation and verification activities, including controller testing, system integration testing, and site support.
* Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving during project execution phases.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
* Serve as a key technical interface towards customers, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
* Lead technical discussions, reviews, and clarifications with customers related to HVDC control and protection solutions.
* Translate customer requirements into clear technical specifications and executable engineering solutions.
People Leadership & Team Development
* Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team of 10–15 engineers
* Balance hands-on technical involvement with effective people management.
* Support capability development through training plans, mentoring, technical coaching, and knowledge sharing.
* Conduct performance management, goal setting, and career development discussions.
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Control Engineering, or a related field.
* 10+ years of experience in HVDC Control & Protection engineering
* Proven expertise in HVDC control systems, including control algorithms, system dynamics, and grid integration.
* Strong experience in validation & verification, including RTDS or equivalent real-time simulation tools.
* Prior experience in a technical leadership or people management role, leading engineering teams.