SCADA/PLC/EMS Senior Commissioning Leader

GE Vernova

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(23)

Boston, MA (Remote)

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    Position summary

    authority for automation and control systems during site execution and commissioning.**

    • Provide expert support for system architecture review, functional logic validation, signal checks, loop checks, interlocking verification, and performance testing.

    • Ensure proper integration between SCADA, PLC, EMS, protection systems, field devices, and third-party systems.

    • Review and validate control logic, I/O lists, communication mapping, cause-and-effect matrices, and testing procedures.

    2. Commissioning Execution

    • Plan, coordinate, and supervise commissioning activities for automation and control systems.

    • Lead FAT, SAT, pre-commissioning, commissioning, energization support, and start-up activities.

    • Execute and oversee point-to-point checks, loop testing, system interface checks, alarm verification, control function tests, and operational sequence validation.

    • Troubleshoot system issues during commissioning and implement corrective actions in coordination with engineering and vendors.

    • Support dynamic testing, performance validation, and reliability assessment of SCADA/PLC/EMS systems.

    3. EMS and System Integration

    • Lead EMS-related commissioning tasks, including monitoring, control functions, load management, energy optimization interfaces, and reporting systems.

    • Ensure accurate data acquisition, system visibility, historian integration, command execution, and real-time monitoring functionality.

    • Verify system communications between EMS/SCADA and substations, plant equipment, field controllers, and enterprise systems.

    • Support integration of protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, Modbus, DNP3, OPC, and other industrial communication standards.

    4. Team Leadership and Coordination

    • Lead and coordinate the SCADA/PLC/EMS commissioning team on site.

    • Assign tasks, supervise technical work, and ensure commissioning activities are completed safely and efficiently.

    • Act as the focal point between commissioning, engineering, construction, operations, and OEM/vendor teams.

    • Support training, mentoring, and technical development of commissioning engineers and technicians.

    • Provide regular progress updates, technical reports, punch list follow-up, and risk escalation to project leadership.

    5. Quality, Safety, and Compliance

    • Ensure all commissioning activities comply with project specifications, company procedures, cyber/security requirements, and applicable standards.

    • Enforce safe systems of work during testing and energization activities.

    • Ensure documentation, test records, as-built updates, and handover packages are complete and accurate.

    • Participate in risk assessments, method statement reviews, and readiness reviews for commissioning milestones.

    Support root cause analysis of commissioning failures, incidents, or performance deviations.

    Additional 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: No

    #LI-Remote - This is a remote position

    Application Deadline: April 14, 2026

    For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $154,300.00 and $257,200.00. 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 April 06, 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.

    Why you should apply for a job to GE Vernova:

  • 5/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.9/5 in supportive management
  • 100% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 100% would recommend this company to other women
  • 100% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Build your network and connect with other GE employees for professional development via our seven Affinity Networks.
  • We empower our people through coaching and feedback, our talent development philosophy, and even our customizable benefits programs.
  • GE offers many healthcare options; 401(k) plan; tuition reimbursement; adoption resources; employee assistance; and recognition programs.