Job Description Summary

This position is part of the R&D Validation and Verification (V&V) team. The R&D team is responsible for designing, implementing, and testing embedded software for protection and control applications, primarily in the electrical transmission industry.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work on NPI and LCS release projects for GE Grid Solutions RRTC protection relays.

• Deep knowledge on GE MICOM / UR / 8Series relay

• Develop a deep knowledge of power industry protection functions.

• Learn and apply processes and tools used by the Test Engineering team.

• Author and review test plans and V&V reports, providing estimation, planning, and execution of tests for various product releases.

• Test and verify the operation of new and existing software features and IED configuration tools, ensuring quality and adherence to timelines.

• Implement final test procedures and produce validation test reports and relevant documentation.

• Write test cases in the automation framework.

• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of the automation framework for required features.

• Document and present automation tool design and test results according to V&V policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, or Power Systems Engineering.
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in testing (manual and automated) of hardware, firmware, and software within an R&D environment.
• Mandatory Skills:
  • Proficiency in Python development and coding (automation, scripting, and tool integration).
  • Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols:
    IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, T104, T103, T101, TCP/IP, and Serial communication.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Understanding of Protection & Control systems for Generators, Transmission Lines, Motors, Transformers, and Busbar applications.
  • Familiarity with IEC and ANSI standards.
  • Experience with CT/VT calculations and protection relay setting calculations (advantageous).
  • Ability to perform functional testing and validation on Control and Relay panels (Protection and Digital Control Systems).
  • Working knowledge of protection schemes such as Overcurrent/Earth Fault (OC/EF), Differential, Distance, Generator, and Motor protection.
  • Exposure to ABB, Siemens, SEL, and other major relay manufacturers (added advantage).
• Tools & Process:
  • Hands-on experience with JIRA, Xray, Confluence, Git, and other development/testing tools.
  • Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), white-box/black-box testing, Scaled Agile (SAFe), and Continuous Integration (CI) practices.

Desired Characteristics

• Capacity to listen, understand, and synthesize end-user requirements in a multicultural environment.

• High-energy, self-starter with a proven track record of delivering results.

• Ability to establish a sense of urgency to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.

• Strong team player who fosters good working relationships with other functional areas.

• Familiarity with fundamental program tools and processes.

• Excellent troubleshooting skills in complex embedded software applications.

• Ability to work independently.

• Strong oral and written communication skills

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