Controls/Electrical Test Engineer

Job Description Summary

About Us
We are a power-generation technology test laboratory focused on advancing turbine technology and next-generation energy systems. Our mission is to validate, optimize, and accelerate reliable, efficient, and sustainable power generation solutions.

Position Overview
Join our test lab team in a hands-on role that blends electrical and controls engineering. You will work with senior engineers and technicians to design, implement, and troubleshoot test systems, instrumentation, and automation used to validate power-generation technologies.

This role is ideal for someone eager to grow into a dual-scope engineer, bridging electrical systems and controls in a power-generation testing environment.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Electrical Engineering

• Design and documentation: Create and update single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams; support wiring and commissioning.
• Power systems: Support distribution, grounding, and protection for test rigs and lab equipment.
• Calculations: Perform load, equipment sizing, voltage drop, and grounding calculations.
• Installation and testing: Assist with installation, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting; analyze data to verify performance.
• Safety and compliance: Apply relevant safety and design standards; support inspections.

Controls Engineering

• Programming and configuration: Develop and modify PLC, HMI, and SCADA logic for test systems.
• Troubleshooting and optimization: Debug and tune control systems for power-generation applications.
• System integration: Automate test procedures and integrate sensors, actuators, and industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherNet/IP).
• Documentation: Maintain electrical drawings, instrument lists, and operating procedures.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable test rig and monitoring system operation.

General

• Document test procedures, results, and system configurations.
• Participate in troubleshooting sessions and root-cause analysis.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of lab processes.
• Work under guidance while building technical independence.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field and equivalent experience

• 0-3 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, and projects count).
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, wiring practices, and instrumentation.
• Basic knowledge of PLC programming and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherNet/IP).

Eligibility:

• This role is 100% onsite at the GE Vernova Greenville, SC test lab facility
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with C, Python, LINUX, MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, or similar tools.
• Exposure to power-generation systems (turbines, generators, power electronics).
• Hands-on experience with test equipment and instrumentation
• Knowledge of electrical studies (short circuit, arc flash).
• Familiarity with CAD (e.g., AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of industry standards (IEEE, IEC, NFPA).

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $71,600.00 and $107,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on November 18, 2025.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Client-provided location(s): Greenville, SC

Job ID: GE_power-566814644

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-11-19T18:31:33