GE Vernova · 22 hours ago
Senior Controls Engineer - Global Design Leader
Schenectady, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$113K/yr - $189K/yr
10+ years expGE Vernova is a company focused on innovative power solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer - Global Design Leader to lead complex controls engineering projects. The role involves overseeing the design, implementation, and commissioning of control systems for various power plant components while ensuring effective project management and customer collaboration.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
No H1B
Responsibilities
Be an empowered project level decision maker
Own projects from ITO-COD for high risk complex projects as defined by internal risk review
Support ITO/ Proposal efforts
Work and Lead in an Agile software methodology
Support and influence product requirements definition
Lead globally and be accountable for overall Control System Requirements definition and management
Drive overall Architecture, top level design, verification, validation and commissioning requirements
Ensure adequate system function, performance, interface, reliability, maintainability and safety requirements, goals and margins are defined and managed
Support & influence comprehensive test plans for system verification and validation, new article and customer system Software Acceptance Tests (SwATs), site pre-operation, startup and commissioning
Coordinate flow down of internal and external customer requirements/ tasks
Partner with Project Managers to establish Projects Baseline Master Schedule and Cost Roll-ups
Lead and promote customer discussions/reviews for an improved controls solution and customer experience and expectations
Drive consistent solutions across all controls (GT, ST, HRSG, BOP, Electrical)
Demonstrate System Level thinking
Lead fulfillment teams with an inclusive adaptable style – able to quickly learn diverse and varying organizational interfaces with professional astuteness and agility
Collaborate with and maintain close, responsive, and productive working relationships with internal GE groups as well as with external customers
Be accountable for Controls cost and schedule targets working with functional managers
Provide clear communication to the team and the business leaders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical, Mechanical or related Engineering from an accredited college or university
10 years of work experience in the combined cycle power plant industry, controls
Preferred
Experience in design & application of GE power generation controls, electrical, or accessory systems
Experience in power generation requisition, working with customers, project mgt. or EPCs
System integration experience
Proven oral and written communication and presentation skills to the team and business leaders
Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine and/or Plant controls knowledge / experience
Demonstrated ability to independently drive projects to completion
Demonstrated Technical writing expertise
Demonstrated experience in working successfully in technical leadership of a diverse team
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.61BKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
2026-02-02Post Ipo Debt· $2.6B
2024-12-03Grant· $2.99M
2024-12-03Grant· $1.99M
Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
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