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Lead Instrumentation Engineer

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Lead Instrumentation Engineer

Greenville, SC

Job Description Summary

The Instrumentation Lead Engineer has technical ownership and responsibility for gas turbine, steam turbine, generator, and balance of plant accessory systems wiring/interfaces and/or hardware for the Instrumentation and Controls team within Plant Systems and Steam Cycle Plant System Design (PSSC PSD) Engineering. The Lead Engineer will ensure execution excellence with analysis, design studies, drawings, specifications, bills of material, and customer technical issue resolution for instrumentation and electrical systems. This position enables growth in technical breadth, strengthening of project management skills, and exposure to coaching and mentoring from other engineers.

Job Description

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Roles and Responsibilities

  • Has proven design experience of instrumented systems (Pressure, temperature, flow, level, valve actuation and positions...).
  • Will deliver instrumentation Bill of Material and drawings for hardware (thermocouples, pressure transmitters panels, tubing, conduit and cable tray arrangement....) for Gas Turbines and Steam Turbines
  • Will create review and release wiring diagrams for Gas Turbine, Steam Turbines and their associated accessories/skids as well as for Balance of Plant
  • Will manage instrument lists and signal lists in the project digital database
  • Strong electrical and instrumentation technical knowledge and ability to perform engineering design for new product programs, new projects, and support of fleet issue resolution
  • Drive a culture of one Gas Power team by partnering with adjacent organizations/stakeholders
  • Enhance team culture by facilitating a safe, inclusive, and inspirational workplace
  • Deliver operational commitments and key process indicator targets
  • Improve quality, delivery, and cost of GE products within team's scope
  • Implement lean methodologies including standard work, standard product, and kaizen

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science/Technology in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME) Or a High School Diploma/ GED with 5 years of relevant experience
  • 3 years of instrumentation experience

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.

    Note: Role open to GE GAS - PSSC Engineering organization

The base pay range for this position is 88,600.00 - 147,600.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 10% bonus.

This posting is expected to close on 05/23/2025

Preference will be given to current Gas Power Engineering employees.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.



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

Client-provided location(s): Greenville, SC, USA
Job ID: GE_power-1188644364
Employment Type: Full Time

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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