Lead Controls Engineer
GE Vernova
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Saratoga Springs • New York • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $88,600 - $147,600 per year
Job Level
Senior
About the role
- Lead the design, development and implementation of control systems for FACTS devices, including generation, transmission and distribution of power
- Develop control algorithms and software for real-time control and monitoring of power systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software developers and project managers, to ensure successful integration of control systems
- Perform modeling, simulation and analysis of systems to optimize control strategies and improve system performance
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and support their professional development
- Participate in testing and validation of control systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to control systems
- Stay up to date with the latest advances in control systems engineering and power systems technology
- Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans and user manuals
- Support business development activities by providing technical expertise and contributing to proposal development
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, control systems engineering, or a related field
- Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in control systems engineering, specializing in power transmission systems
- Strong knowledge of control theory, power system dynamics, and real-time control systems
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, MATLAB, Simulink, and PLC programming
- Experience with SCADA, DCS, and other industrial control systems
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think analytically and strategically
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
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, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
control systems engineeringcontrol algorithmsreal-time controlmodelingsimulationanalysiscontrol theorypower system dynamicsC/C++MATLAB
Soft skills
problem-solvinganalytical thinkingstrategic thinkingmentoringcollaborationadaptabilitycommunication
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineeringMaster’s degree in related field