Lead Engineer - Controls Engineering

Job Description

Essential responsibilities:

• Gather and refine software-level requirements and implement wind turbine control software in collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams.

• Perform Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and translate findings into robust, testable requirements for wind turbine software features and components.

• Develop, maintain, and execute test cases for new and existing wind turbine control features to ensure performance, reliability, and safety.

• Create and maintain clear, comprehensive engineering documentation for control algorithms, system behavior, interfaces, and design decisions.

• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to drive corrective and preventive actions, ensuring world-class quality and reliability of core control components and alarm functions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls Engineering or similar discipline

• 3+ years of experience in software development relevant to wind turbine control system design

• Proficient in Matlab Simulink

Desired Characteristics:

• Master of Science Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

• Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to solve complex technical challenges

• Strong wind turbine controls system expertise

• Self-starter, who delivers results with minimal supervision

• Proven ability to work effectively with international teams in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with GE internal tools such as WorkstationsST, ToolboxST and M6e

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 $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 January 16, 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.