Lead Controls Platform Engineer
Essential Responsibilities
- Assess renewable energy industry automation needs versus current technology trends and contribute to the development of multi-generation technology and product plans
- Collaborate with the program management and product line teams to develop high level control system requirements and communicate those requirements to the responsible controls engineers
- Participate in a multi-disciplinary development team interfacing to incorporate system requirements in the controller design
- Identify key program risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure successful product delivery
- Oversee lifecycle cost tradeoffs to ensure control system updates deliver the required capability at a competitive cost
- Provide timely communication on significant technical issues or developments
- Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews
Minimum Requirements
- BS Degree in Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
- At least 4 years of experience with embedded controls systems and real-time operating systems
Desired
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency in control system software requirements definition, requirements flow-down, and design
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects in a global, matrix organization
Preferred
- Master of Science Degree in Controls Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
- Knowledge of the GE MarkVIe control system
- Experience implementing communication protocols such as PROFINET, MODBUS, EGD, OPC-UA and IEC-61850
- Understanding of data acquisition systems, remote monitoring, and SCADA
- Proficiency relative to safety and security industry standards
- Ability to integrate DFMEA findings into ongoing design improvements and product development processes
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to validate functional and performance requirements
Company 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: Yes
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. 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: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 22, 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.