Lead Controls Engineer
Job Description Summary
GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage business combines advanced energy conversion and storage systems to meet the electrification needs of utilities and industries. With a focus on power stability, energy storage and industrial electrification solutions, Power Conversion & Storage empowers customers by addressing their most complex electrification challenges and accelerating their transition to a sustainable, decarbonized future.
The Lead Controls Requisition Engineer works as part of the Solar & Battery Energy Storage Solution (BESS) controls engineering team in an international environment and will be responsible for Project execution, Software validation, field implementation and maintenance of GE's Solar and Storage Solutions Software (BESS, Solar & Plant level) Control Systems. This includes but it is not limited to AC system, DC system, Building, SCADA, and Plant level controls up to and including interfaces with the upper-level customer control systems.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
• Lead project specific software development, validation, and installation for Solar and Storage Solutions Control (BESS, Solar & Plant level) Systems
• Support on-site starts up and integration of system controls.
• Track overall status of projects, deliverables, cut ins, and goals of the control team.
• Have close interaction with customers to drive requirements and customer satisfaction.
• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with customers with confidence and clarity.
• Develop, improve, and administer customer overview and operational training material for the Hybrid control system.
• Work across the Solar and Storage Solutions engineering and services organizations to prepare documentation for installation, commissioning, and operations for use by internal GE employees and our customers.
• Drive performance and reliability enhancements back to the product team
• Participate actively in design, code reviews, testing and software valuation.
• Work closely with the ITO / OTR organization and the project management team to manage control deliverables and requirements for Solar and Storage Solutions energy projects.
• Work in a team to design, develop and deploy the control hardware configuration for each project and design the communication network, including but not limited to DI/DO, Ethernet, FO etc.
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• Support problem identification and resolution of new and installed products.
• Help support and develop skill of less experienced engineers
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering / Science or in STEM from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 7 years of experience with developing software & controls with high-level software languages
Desired Characteristics
• Strong knowledge of or familiarity with GE's MarkVIe product family and of GE's Cimplicity software (SCADA) , ToolBox ST & WorkStation ST.
• Demonstrated implementation of controls or systems integration in products and field engineering experience
• Knowledge of communication networks (NW switch, Router, Firewall, copper, FO) and their design, Software and Hardware.
• Familiarity with standard industrial protocols such as OPC-UA, EGD, IEC and Modbus
• Knowledge of power conversion systems and controls.
• Demonstrated expertise in energy storage controls, validation and verification, formal methods, systems integration, advanced controls or related technologies.
• Technical project leadership experience
• Ability to summarize and communicate complex technical information.
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills
• Curiosity, passion for excellence, drive to deliver on-time.
• Can present technical plans in voice of customer.
• Advanced Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Experience working cross-functionally between Engineering, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Logistics, Product Management, etc.
• Self-start attitude is strongly requested.
By integrating renewable energy generation sources with one another (i.e. Wind + Solar) and/or energy storage, dispatchable, competitive green MWhs can be enabled through intelligent plant and system design, software & controls, and O&M synergies.
The salary range for this position is 98,400.00 - 131,200.00 - 164,000.00 USD Annual . The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus.
GE Vernova's Solar and Storage Solutions business provides innovative technologies to a reliable, affordable and dispatchable integration of renewable energies, driving the transition to a clean energy future.
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: No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
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
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
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
- Summer Fridays
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
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
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