Senior Systems Engineer – Performance Upgrades

Switzerland Global Enterprise

Senior Systems Engineer leading technical validation for GE Vernova's performance upgrade products. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product validation and performance transparency.

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, MATLAB, and C++. Proven experience in managing technical projects and creating clear documentation for external customers is essential.

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Wind Turbine Power Performance TestingEngineering Tool DevelopmentTechnical Project ManagementNew Product Introduction (NPI)Cross-Functional Stakeholder Influence

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Hard Skills

PythonMATLABC++Wind Turbine AnalyticsPerformance Testing MethodsSystems EngineeringAnalytical MethodsTechnical DocumentationProject ManagementContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborationInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

FLEX5BladedSimpackAdams

Industry Keywords

Wind IndustryNew Technology Introduction (NTI)Matrixed OrganizationCustomer-Facing Documentation

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
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