Automation Engineer

Job Description

Do you want to shape the future of automation for some of the world’s most unique, large-scale power and propulsion testing facilities? GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Automation Engineer to join our Electrification team based in Whetstone, UK
.

Our Electrification solutions modernize grids, enable renewable integration, and strengthen energy systems. GE Vernova’s Power Conversion & Storage business provides electrification systems that are critical to customers’ power and energy needs for high‑performance applications.

As an Automation Engineer
, you deliver high‑quality automation installations for project testing through requirement capture, design, installation, commissioning, test programme delivery, and service support.

• Requirement capture and detailed design of the automation system, ensuring it is maintainable, extensible, reliable, efficient and consistent with company standards.
• Integration of the software and hardware components into one application.
• Verification / validation of the system complete with hardware including with the power system under test.
• Liaise with other teams and disciplines within the company and with customers and suppliers at all levels to facilitate the design and produce requirements and other system documents.
• Provide maintenance, fault finding, diagnosis, repair, and upgrades / development as required.
• Perform factory acceptance testing and commissioning work to the company's quality procedures.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Assist in other areas of the business as required.

You are a detail-oriented, collaborative, and practical automation professional who thrives in a hands‑on environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges.

• Advanced and demonstrated experience implementing automation systems.
• Experience in PLC programming, HMI creation and SCADA configuration.
• Proficiency in industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profinet, Ether
  
  CAT, OPC‑UA).
• Familiarity with industrial networks and their implementation.
• Solid understanding of computer programming and software development.
• Hands‑on hardware troubleshooting and software debugging experience.
• Knowledge of electrical circuit operation / design.

• Data storage, IT systems.
• Power Systems.
• Test & Instrumentation.
• Data processing and analysis.
• Instrument / sensor selection.
• Control systems.
• Industrial cyber security (e.g., IEC 62443).
• Substation networking (61850, PRP).

A formal education and subsequent university Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

This is a permanent position based in our Whetstone, UK office. This role requires the successful candidate to work on‑site throughout the week (expectations: 5 days per week).

This role involves work for customers who manage critical infrastructure; based on customer requirements it will be necessary to carry out background checks and suitability assessments. Existing or the ability to obtain the higher levels of UK Security Clearance, including SC Clearance and UK Eyes Only Clearance
, is required for this role.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No