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.
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.
* Include homologation activities and FAT support.
* Provide 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 remotely and in face‑to‑face meetings.
* Perform office‑based responsibilities and visit 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 with customer specifications.
* Conduct customer trainings to help customers in the application and operation of the Grid Automation products and services.
* Attend 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
* Degree in Electrical / Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering or Computer Science.
* Advanced and demonstrated years of experience in a customer‑facing engineering position.
* Cybersecurity experience, preferably in OT environments.
* 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 the ability to assist customers in the selection and implementation of the best GE solution for their applications.
* Experience with Network protocols, HMI systems, and software packages is highly desirable.
* Ability to analyse specific applications and produce technical reports.
* Commercial acumen.
* Ability to travel both within the 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.
Benefits
* Working in an international team which is part of the global Engineering HVDC Centre of Excellence within Grid Integration based in Stafford.
* A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements.
* Competitive benefits and great development opportunities.
Relocation Assistance
Relocation assistance provided: No.
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