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GE Vernova

Lead BESS Controls Engineer - Optimization

Schenectady, NY

Job Description Summary

As the Advanced BESS Controls Engineer, you will work as part of the controls and software engineering teams in an international environment, and will be responsible for development, implementation and maintenance of advanced controls, estimation and optimization-based solutions for battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

As an Advanced BESS Controls Engineer, you will:

  • Work independently as well as in diverse teams to develop and apply advanced technology solutions to battery energy storage systems using modeling, advanced controls, optimization, estimation, and detection technologies.
  • Validate performance of developed solutions through simulations and application on target systems.
  • Collaborate with development teams to deploy the developed algorithms on industrial controls platforms and on edge IoT devices.
  • Document technology and results through patent applications and technical reports.
  • Stay current with advances in battery system technologies and analyze fleet data to develop new ideas and applications.
  • Work in a team environment with colleagues across GE Vernova Advanced Research and partners from industry, academia, and government agencies.

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Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in design of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms.

Desired Characteristics:

  • Master's degree in an Engineering or related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience in design of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms.
  • Knowledge and application of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and C, C++, or Python.
  • Demonstrated experience (algorithm development and software implementation) in developing systems solutions for complex physical systems (e.g., mechanical systems, chemical plants, power systems, transportation, aviation systems).
  • Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
  • Experience with real-time implementation of system solutions in a variety of hardware platforms
  • Experience developing controls solutions for industrial applications
  • Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques and the application of those in a controls context
  • Experience developing cyber-security algorithms
  • Exposure to industrial control hardware programming and industrial control software development
  • Proficiency in source code management through git/github
  • Experience with program management, which includes setting up schedules, milestones, technical reviews, tracking funding, etc.
  • Demonstrated ability to take an innovative idea from a concept to a product

Location is Schenectady, NY or Houston, TX.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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: No

Client-provided location(s): Schenectady, NY, USA
Job ID: GE_power-GE11GLOBALR3762667EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)