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Engineer - Embedded SW Quality Test

GE Vernova ↗

📍 Hyderabad, India 🇮🇳

full-time

senior

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Key Skills

PythonIEC61850DNP3ModbusJIRA

Industry

EnergyTelecommunications

Job Description

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