Lead Engineer, Control System

Location: Vadodara

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description Summary

About our business
GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

At GE Vernova, our Hydro Power division stands at the forefront of the hydroelectricity generation industry. We are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and installing cutting-edge equipment for hydroelectric power plants, as well as servicing and refurbishing existing facilities to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Our turbines and generators account for over 25% of the total installed hydropower capacity worldwide. With a dynamic team of 3,600 professionals spread across more than 30 countries, we have the energy to change the world. Be part of a team that is not only shaping the energy landscape but also contributing to a more sustainable planet. Join us and make a difference with GE Vernova’s Hydro Power business division!
Read more on www.gevernova.com

About Position
As a Lead Engineer Control System, you will be responsible for new product introduction (NPI) execution activities on Control System design and working for Hydro Control System CoE (Center of Excellency)
You will work autonomously and deliver as directed and under supervision of the principal engineer for the NPI project or by the Control System Engineering Manager.
You will perform hardware and software design of the various hydro Control system requirements for upcoming technology to meet market requirements.

Job Description

PLC/SCADA Architecture & Development

·        Design and develop modular, scalable PLC architectures using Rockwell Automation platforms.

·        Develop and maintain control logic using Studio 5000 for ControlLogix, CompactLogix, controllers.

·        Create reusable code libraries, AOIs (Add‑On Instructions), and standardized control templates.

·        Define PLC programming standards, naming conventions, and versioning strategies.

·        Design and develop scalable SCADA architectures using Rockwell Automation platforms.

·        Configure and customize FactoryTalk View SE, FactoryTalk Linx, FT AE and related services.

·        Develop reusable SCADA templates, standards, and object libraries for R&D and product teams.

·        Evaluate new Rockwell technologies, firmware, and software releases for applicability in future solutions.

R&D, Innovation & Prototyping

·        Build proof‑of‑concept (PoC) PLC applications to evaluate new control strategies, firmware features, and hardware platforms.

·        Build proof‑of‑concept (PoC) and prototype SCADA applications to evaluate new features and architectures.

·        Evaluate new Rockwell Automation releases and third‑party technologies for R&D applicability.

·        Collaborate with control system product leader and system architects on control platform roadmaps.

System Integration & Simulation

·        Integrate SCADA systems with PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix), historians, Integrate PLC logic with SCADA/HMI, historians, simulators, and test benches.

·        Develop simulation environments (emulators, soft controllers, hardware‑in‑the‑loop).

·        Interface PLC systems with VFDs, MCCs, protection relays, and smart instrumentation.

·        Industrial communication protocols prevailing in the industry (Modbus, IEC61850, IEC60870-104, DNP 3, OPC UA etc.), and EtherNet/IP-based communications.

 

Testing, Validation & Quality

·        Develop test plans, test cases, and automated testing strategies for PLC/ SCADA applications.

·        Perform functional, performance, and robustness testing in lab environments.

·        Support safety and reliability validation, including failure mode analysis.

·        Perform performance, reliability, and cybersecurity testing in lab environments.

·        Ensure compliance with internal standards and applicable industry norms.

Cybersecurity & Reliability

·        Incorporate cybersecurity best practices into PLC design (user roles, network segmentation, secure protocols).

·        Support compliance with IEC 62443 and related industrial cybersecurity standards.

·        Design for high availability, redundancy, and maintainability.

·        Design SCADA systems with defence‑in‑depth cybersecurity principles.

·        Implement user access control, network segmentation, and secure communications.

·        Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to assess vulnerabilities and mitigations.

·        Ensure high availability, redundancy, and disaster recovery strategies.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

·        Produce control narratives, functional specifications, and R&D technical documentation.

·        Document reusable design patterns, lessons learned, and reference architectures.

·        Produce architecture documents, design specifications, and R&D technical reports.

Personal responsibilities

·        Deliver trainings programs to internal and external customers.

·        Work on quality & productivity improvement and cost-out actions.

·        Perform interface engineering, Site Support.

·        Collaborate with global teams on NPI activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Control from accredited college or university

• 8 to 14 years of Controls Engineering experience with at least 5 years relevant experience in Rockwell PLC hardware design and software programming/design.

• Should be aware of applicable standards and best practices in DCS design, including HW design, SW logic and User interface (HMI) design, control cubicle design and cybersecurity solutions.

• Should be aware global Cybersecurity standards such as IEC62443 & NERC-CIP.

• Tools Expertise – Rockwell Automation/ Mark VIe/Siemens/ABB/Emerson, etc. based Control System tools (RS Logix, Studio 5000, FT View, Control ST, Cimplicity, Workstation ST, SCALA, SICAM)

• Preferred industry experience – Hydro Power, Large EPC, Oil & Gas.

• Good command over written and spoken English is mandatory for global stakeholder and customer management.

• Able to manage and resolve conflicts in a fast-paced project execution environment. Clearly communicate and listen. Guide and motivate fellow team members.

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  Desirable

  Working experience on Rockwell Automation based Control System is preferred, however similar experience on other reputed DCS systems like Siemens, ABB, Emerson, etc. is acceptable.

  Candidates with exposure in Cybersecurity domain will be an advantage. 

  Knowledge of Microsoft server (System administrator) and VMware virtualization will have added advantages.

  Willing to travel with in India and abroad for shorter and longer duration.

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