Lead Systems Verification Test Engineer

Job Description Summary Job Description Do you want to help shape the quality and reliability of substation automation solutions used across modern power networks? GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. GE carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. Ver signals Earths lush ecosystems, while Nova nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver. Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life. Our Electrification solutions modernize grids, enable renewable integration, and strengthen energy systems. From software to power conversion and storage, we help create smarter, more resilient energy networks. As Lead IEC 61850 Engineer , you lead testing and validation for communication and substation automation solutions that support secure, reliable, and compliant power system performance. You define and execute test strategies for intelligent electronic devices, communications, and telecoms systems, with a strong focus on IEC 61850 and related utility communication protocols. You work closely with developers, customers, certification bodies, and standards organizations to verify product performance, strengthen quality, and support compliance. You also contribute to automation, test process improvement, and technical standards that help the team deliver better solutions faster. Executing new, regression, and automated test cases for software and communication systems Testing software programs against specifications and documentation to verify expected behavior and compliance Identifying, analyzing, documenting, and tracking defects, inconsistencies, questionable functions, and software errors using bug tracking systems Working closely with developers to troubleshoot issues, resolve defects, and improve software quality Installing, maintaining, and using testing software tools and environments Reviewing computer logs and reports to identify processing errors and recommend improvements Supporting testing of telecoms systems, which is a key requirement for the role Contributing to the establishment of standards and procedures for program design and testing You are a detail-focused, collaborative test and validation engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems and improving the quality of mission-critical systems. An understanding of protection of electrical power systems and IEC 61850 procedures An understanding of basic networks including TCP/IP An understanding of XML An understanding of client/server environments An understanding of multi-user, stress, and load testing An expertise in software and communications testing with a strong analytical and debugging background An expertise in writing test scripts and applying sound testing philosophies An expertise in automated testing tools and scripting A commitment to continuous learning and professional development A formal education and subsequent University Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements. This is a permanent position based in our Stafford, UK office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy. Our technology helps generate approximately twenty-five percent of the worlds electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change! We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. Were committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. Inclusion & Diversity By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone. Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No