Technical Application Engineer

Job Description Summary

Grid Automation offers its customers a complete range of innovative products, systems and services covering engineering and manufacture, as well as commissioning and long-term maintenance of Substation Protection Systems and Automation solutions. 

Grid Automation Technical Applications Engineers (TAE) support the Sales Team in the co-ordination and execution of commercial and pre-sales technical activities relating to the Grid Automation Business in the Region. 

The successful candidate will be part of a sub-regional South Europe TAE team supporting the Sales teams in all pre-sales technical activities relating to Grid Automation in South Europe, but with particular focus in Romania, Greece, Bulgaria, Albania, Serbia, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosovo. 

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Be the Technical Go-To: Review, analyze, and resolve customer application inquiries using sound engineering principles and best practices. 

• Support Our Customers: Provide top-notch pre-sales technical support (both in the office and out in the field at customer sites) for our full range of Grid Automation products, including protection systems, digital control systems, network management, and cybersecurity. 

• Collaborate with Sales: Partner with our commercial teams to craft the best technical solutions, deliver presentations, assist in technical negotiations, and help put together formal tenders. 

• Share Your Knowledge: Conduct customer training sessions and technical workshops to help clients get the most out of our products and services. 

• Represent GE Vernova: Attend trade shows, seminars, and conferences to connect with the industry and showcase our innovations. 

 Qualifications: 

• Education: A degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Telecommunications Engineering, or Computer Science. 

• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a customer-facing engineering role. 

• Tech Expertise: 

• Cybersecurity experience (OT environments are a big plus!). 

• Advanced knowledge of Substation Control System Applications within the Transmission & Distribution segment. 

• Experience with IEC 61850-based Substation Automation solutions (highly desirable). 

• Working knowledge of Substation Protection, RTUs, network protocols, HMI systems, and software packages. 
• Communication & Analysis: The ability to analyze specific applications, produce clear technical reports, and bring strong commercial acumen to the table. 

• Mobility: Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally. 

• Languages: Proficiency in English and Romanian. Knowledge of Serbo-Croatian or Greek is also a wonderful bonus 

Desired Characteristics: 

• A People Person: Strong interpersonal skills with fantastic oral, written, and presentation abilities. 

• Multi-Tasker: Comfortable juggling multiple inquiries simultaneously without missing a beat. 

• Problem Solver: A natural knack for identifying issues effectively and driving them to successful solutions. 

Also, We Are Offering:

• Strong induction process (a dedicated 1-month ramp-up period).
• Flexible working hours and a well-defined hybrid working policy.
• Private Medical Insurance for you (can also be extended for family members).
• Attractive financial compensations for roles involving external travels and on-site missions.
• Fully customized development and training programs all throughout the year.
• Increased number of vacation days, according to your work-experience, encompassed by an annual bonus payout.
• Annual, performance-based, salary review.
• Multiple subscriptions, discounts and vouchers available (such as Bookster subscription, corporate discount to fitness services, gift vouchers for Christmas and Easter holiday, daily meal vouchers, additional days off such as 8th of March and 3rd Easter Day and children’s benefits, including gifts for special occasions, vouchers, and events) etc.
  

Our Culture:
At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected, and that they belong. By embracing inclusive teams and perspectives, we are better equipped to build a world that works.

GE Vernova’s Global Delivery Center in Bucharest is not only a workplace, but also a community where members are actively involved in different initiatives such as personal development workshops, book clubs, sports competitions, charity events, volunteering on greening and afforestation and dedicated events for employees’ children.

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