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Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer
@ GEPR Energy Canada Inc
Markham, Ontario
Overview
GEPR Energy Canada Inc is hiring a Lead Power Systems Protection & Control Application Engineer for its Grid Automation R&D team. The role writes detailed design specifications for protection and control algorithms, runs proof-of-concept studies and drives root cause analysis of protection incidents. The posting requires a Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, at least 8 years of P&C experience, and 3 years developing P&C algorithm specifications.
Responsibilities:
- Create detailed design specifications for P&C algorithms
- Run proof of concept studies in PSCAD, RTDS or MATLAB/Simulink
- Lead root cause analysis of protection incidents
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product and customer issues
- Author technical papers and present at conferences
Requirements summary:
- Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 8 years in protection and control system design
- Minimum 3 years developing P&C algorithm design specifications
- Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink and RTDS, PSCAD or ATP/EMTP
- Familiarity with IEC 61850, Modbus, DNP3.0 and IEC 60870-5-103
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-06
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 8+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Laboratory |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Master’s degree (required), Doctorate (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering |
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GEPR Energy Canada Inc
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Job Description Summary
Join GE Vernova’s Grid Automation R&D team to spearhead the next generation of power system protection. As a Lead Application Engineer, you will bridge the gap between complex power system theory and real-world algorithm implementation, playing a pivotal role in the global transition to sustainable, green energy.The Lead Application Engineer will provide solutions and create detailed design specification related to power system protection algorithms. The successful candidate will be a solid team player, with a methodical and structured approach to their work, with excellent verbal and written communication skills with comprehensive understanding of power systems and power system protection concepts and principles. Lead Application Engineer must be able to establish and maintain strong relationships with product teams for implementation.
Job Description
Core Responsibilities
- To create detailed design specifications for implementation of protection and control (P&C) algorithms.
- Proof of concept studies using PSCAD or RTDS or MATLAB/Simulink.
- Drive the root cause analysis of the incidents related to the power system protection algorithms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues related to the algorithm, product, and other customer cases.
- Author technical papers and present materials at tradeshows and conferences for GE Vernova’s products.
- Assist in preparing training material and deliver training courses, where required.
- Identify opportunities for patentable innovations to strengthen GE Vernova’s Intellectual Property portfolio in digital substation technologies.
- Provide technical guidance, direction, and training to new engineers, specialists, technicians when required.
- Analyse market trends and requirements to propose new developments in GE Vernova’s Digital Energy products.
Education and experience required
- Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent knowledge or experience.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in protection and control system design and studies. And minimum of 3 years experience in developing detailed design specifications for P&C algorithms preferably within a relay manufacturing environment.
- Strong Experience in power system protection, automation, and control product development: protection/control scheme design, relay settings
- Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design and power system simulation tools such as RTDS, PSCAD or ATP/EMTP.
- AI Skills for Agentic AI Development:
- Use AI for generating and validating protection logic or algorithims, settings files, and Matlab integration of protecton element design
- Ability to audit AI-generated engineering artifacts against IEC/IEEE standards for correctness and safety
- Integrate AI tools into settings/documentation workflows without compromising compliance traceability
- Field experience will be beneficial: FAT/SAT support
- undefined
- Proven track record of publishing and presenting at industry forums and conferences
- Familiarity with industry standards and documentation procedures of electrical utilities.
- Knowledge of modern protection and control and distribution automation developments and trends.
- undefined
Desired Characteristics
- Working knowledge of GEV protections, networking, and substation automation products is preferred.
- Deep knowledge in power system protection.
- Experience in developing power system protection and control applications in Real Time Controller market.
- Familiarity of communication protocols applicable to P&C (such as IEC61850, Modbus, DNP3.0 and IEC60870-5-103).
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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