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Lead Instrumentation Engineer

2 days ago Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico

Job Description Summary
GE Vernova is looking for an experienced and driven engineer to join our global Instrumentation Engineering team. In this role, you will lead the design, development, and execution of instrumentation solutions across new unit projects and product applications, supporting cutting-edge gas turbine technology that powers millions of homes and businesses worldwide.

As a Lead Instrumentation Engineer, you will provide technical leadership for instrumented systems across gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, and balance of plant (BOP) fluid systems. You will ensure execution excellence through engineering analysis, design studies, drawings, specifications, bills of material, wiring diagrams, and resolution of complex customer and field technical issues. You will also act as a key technical interface across functions and help drive standardization, quality, and continuous improvement.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead New Unit project execution globally, from design through customer delivery
  • Provide technical ownership for instrumentation scope across GE Vernova's product portfolio - Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine, Generator and Balance of Plant
  • Develop, review, and approve instrumentation drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of material, and technical specifications in GTCC PLM.
  • Oversee and maintain project documentation, including schematics, instrument lists, and signal lists, in AVEVA
  • Develop, review, and approve wiring diagrams in EPLAN. Perform and lead analysis and design studies for instrumented fluid systems
  • Drive resolution of complex technical issues related to instrumentation design, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and

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  • Collaborate closely with mechanical, controls, electrical, systems, and project engineering teams to ensure robust and integrated design solutions
  • Lead design reviews and support milestone discussions across the product lifecycle
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers
  • Support standardization, process improvement, and lessons-learned incorporation across the instrumentation engineering function
  • Interface with customers, suppliers, manufacturing, sourcing, and field/service teams as required to ensure successful technical execution


  • Required Qualifications
    • Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience in instrumentation, control systems, power generation, turbomachinery, industrial systems, or related applications
    • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline


    Desired Characteristic
    • Strong experience with instrumentation engineering principles, instrumented fluid systems, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control system interfaces
    • Demonstrated experience executing engineering scope for complex projects in power generation, oil & gas, process


    Additional Information

    Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

    Client-provided location(s): Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico
    Job ID: GE_Vernova-R5050101
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME
    Posted: 2026-08-21T18:32:19

    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
      • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 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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