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Lead Software Tools Engineer

5 days ago Chennai, India

Job Description Summary

Responsable de la conception, du développement et du test des logiciels intégrés (micrologiciels), des plates-formes et des systèmes contrôlant et fonctionnant sur des périphériques devant être adaptés aux besoins du matériel qu'ils doivent contrôler et sur lequel ils doivent s'exécuter (c'est-à-dire qui contrôle directement les fonctions en temps réel d'un dispositif physique tel que des moteurs, des alternateurs, des vannes, des ventilateurs et d'autres dispositifs et produits). Cela nécessite généralement une compréhension approfondie des caractéristiques du périphérique physique contrôlé, des fonctions en temps réel qu'il est censé exécuter, ainsi que la capacité de concevoir, de développer, d'implémenter et de tester la logique et les logiciels nécessaires à l'exécution de la fonctionnalité temps réel. Habituellement adapté aux produits et services de divers comptes de résultat. Exerce une influence sur les opérations département et est responsable de la planification et/ou de l'exécution. Ce rôle jouit d'une certaine autonomie, mais est axé sur l'exécution d'activités au sein d'une discipline opérationnelle couverte par les pratiques et procédures fonctionnelles standard. Un certain discernement peut être nécessaire, mais généralement dans le cadre d'une orientation.

Job Description

Lead Software Tools Engineer

Chennai, India

Role Summary/Purpose

As a key member of a global and matrixed design team, the lead software tools engineer is responsible for the entire software development lifecycle, with a focus on Microsoft technologies like C#, .net. Generate the architecture of the next Generation HMI for robustness, safety, quality and ease of configuration management throughout the lifecycle of the product, finalize Communications methods and interface tools for the HMI. Works with Global stakeholders and 3rd party vendors to come up with the best system solutions.

Essential Responsibilities

As Lead Software Tools Engineer, you are responsible for:

Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain software applications using C# and .NET technologies (including .NET Core/Framework, ASP.NET, MVC).

Design and optimize database solutions, write and tune SQL stored procedures and functions, and manage SQL Server databases for efficient data storage and retrieval.

Develop and maintain robust RESTful APIs and web services using C# and Web API.

Designing and implementing Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens.

Responsible and will take the lead role for Next generation HMI screens for HMI software packages such as Iconics and PCVue complying with GE Standards.

Work on HMI applications development to meet the customer needs and upcoming cyber requirements.

Designing, implementing, and supporting industrial communication networks for control system applications.

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Supporting Engineering Services field personnel in the technical resolution of field problems.

Providing assistance with quality assurance on projects

Desired Characteristics:

Demonstrated experience working with industrial network communication protocols such as OPCUA/DA,IEC 61850, Modbus, TCP/IP, Profibus etc.

Experience in configuring interface drivers such as Matrikon drivers will be added advantage

Network Architecture knowledge - HMI Server Client Configuration, Redundant Server Configuration.

Historian Knowledge, Configuring & knowledge of Alarm Management(Historical, SMS, Email, Voice)

Report Generation Knowledge(Shift/Batch/Day) with Backend SQL & MS Access.

Strong background in HMI application development for Iconics, PCVue products or any other HMI packages, experience in back end scripting(VBA Scripting knowledge, C, C++ knowledge added advantage), interface with database such as SQL,MS Access etc.

Demonstrated experience in the development and application of virtual machines in a Microsoft Windows operating environment is an added advantage.

Demonstrated experience in the HMI application development and cyber protection requirements.

Demonstrated experience working in the industrial controls, power generation industry, IEC 61850 standards, PRP/HSR networks.

Strong computer skills: experience setting up Windows based applications such as Windows 10 and above proficiency in standard MS Office applications

Technical skills in HMI design engineering, commissioning experience is added advantage

Proven team player with solid cooperation, flexibility and demonstrated capacity to learn complex information quickly

Field experience in related equipment

Good oral and written communication skills

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelors /Masters Degree in relevant engineering or equivalent knowledge / experience with 10 + Years of Experience

• Significant software development experience for HMI like Iconics, PCvue, Ifix, Cimplicity

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: GE_power-1068938843
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-02-11T18:33:03

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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