Senior Systems Engineer – Performance Upgrades

GE Vernova

Senior Systems Engineer for performance upgrades at GE Vernova, leading validation methodology and tools. Collaborating with product management and technical teams for successful product launches.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeSchenectady • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $113,200 - $188,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in wind turbine power performance testing methods and the ability to develop and maintain engineering tools using programming languages such as Python and MATLAB. Proven experience in managing technical projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product validation and performance transparency.

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Wind Turbine Power Performance TestingEngineering Tool DevelopmentSystems EngineeringTechnical DocumentationNew Product Introduction (NPI)

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Hard Skills

PythonMATLABC++Performance Testing MethodsAnalytical Methods

Soft Skills

Project ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationTechnical Communication

Tools & Technologies

FLEX5BladedSimpackAdams

Industry Keywords

Wind IndustrySystems EngineeringNew Technology Introduction (NTI)Performance Upgrade Validation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, maintain, and continuously improve the validation methodology for performance upgrade products.
Be the technical owner of performance upgrade validation tools.
Develop, update, and maintain source code to ensure tools remain at the cutting edge of wind turbine analytics.
Lead systems engineering NPI deliverables for the PowerUp portfolio (DVR, PVR, FSVR), ensuring successful product validation from concept to deployment.
Develop and own customer-facing technical documentation related to validation methods, processes, and performance transparency.
Represent GE Vernova in customer meetings, technical reviews, and performance upgrade discussions.
Partner with product management, engineering, commercial and regional field teams to align validation approaches with product requirements and site-specific execution.
Apply systems engineering and analytical methods to evaluate product performance, identify gaps, and support continuous improvement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field from an accredited college or university.
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in the wind industry or systems engineering.
Deep expertise in wind turbine power performance testing methods (e.g., IEC 61400-12/13).
Strong ability to translate complex technical processes into clear, concise documentation for external customers.
Demonstrated experience developing engineering tools or software solutions in Python, MATLAB, C++ or similar languages.
Familiarity with the New Product Introduction (NPI) or New Technology Introduction (NTI) process.
Experience with wind turbine simulation tools and environments such as FLEX5, Bladed, MATLAB, Simpack or Adams.
Proven ability to manage technical projects and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience working in a global, matrixed organization.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
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