Principal Engineer - Controls

Job Description Summary

As a Controls Principal Engineer in Vernova R&D organization, you will be involved in the development of new controls concepts and integrating them with next generation GE Vernova products. Your work will include working and leading a team doing control system design, modeling, simulation, testing and deployment of controls systems. You will contribute and lead development of advanced controls concepts as well as their implementation for application to GE Vernova business and government programs.

Job Description

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will lead and contribute to the planning, development, and transition of technologies from concept to products and/or services for GE internal and external clients.

You will:

• Lead diverse teams as well contribute individually at a senior level in the development and application of advanced technology solutions to GE Vernova products and services using modeling, advanced controls, optimization, estimation, and detection technologies.
• Validate performance of developed solutions through simulations and application on target systems.
• Document technology and results through patent applications, technical reports, and publications.
• Transfer technology to engineering teams in GE Vernova to be included in next generation products and services.
• Stay current with advances in controls technologies to seek out new ideas and applications.
• Work in a team environment with colleagues across GE Research, GE Vernova, and partners from industry, academia, and government agencies.
• Participate with multi-disciplinary teams and lead GE Vernova Advanced Research teams in the development of new control technologies and capabilities for GE Vernova's next generation product platforms
• Innovate in the controls space and lead Intellectual Property development/reviews
• Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations that describe analyses and solutions
• Connect the organization to the latest technology developments and trends in industry
• Contribute to proposals for GE businesses as well as government agencies, especially with Department of Defense (Navy)

Qualifications/Requirements :

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field with experience developing controls with a minimum of 10 years of experience OR a Masters degree with a minimum of 15 years of experience developing control systems or adjacent technology.
• Depth and/or breadth of knowledge of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms.
• Proficiency in simulation and programming languages like 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).
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Vernova Advanced Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran, Cuba, and Sudan). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either "U.S. person" status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.
  
  Desired Characteristics :

• Experience with real-time implementation of control system solutions in a variety of hardware platforms
• Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques and the application of those in a controls context
• Familiarity and experience with Machine Learning and related software concepts
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Some experience designing and implementing AI algorithms using large datasets to train the algorithms.
• Experience developing controls solutions for industrial applications
• Experience with application for government funding and project proposal writing
• Experience leading teams, which include setting up schedules, milestones, technical reviews, tracking funding, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership
• 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
• Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret security clearance

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: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $137,700.00 and $229,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: ineligible.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on February 23, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Client-provided location(s): Schenectady, NY

Job ID: GE_power-2030917798

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-02-24T18:33:03