Senior Controls Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Responsible for overseeing extended scope controls engineering projects from initiation through hardware design, software development, commissioning, and into commercial plant operation.

• Assist in the requisition, design, structuring, validation, and commissioning of control systems for Gas Turbines (GT), Bottoming Cycle (HRSG & ST), and Balance of Plant (BOP).

• Develop the project-level controls strategy, document requirements, and lead the design and implementation of controls system projects.

• Manage projects from Inquiry to Contractual Obligation Date (ITO-COD) for high-risk complex projects as determined by internal risk assessments.

• Support ITO/Proposal initiatives.

• Work and lead using an Agile software methodology.

• Assist in defining and influencing product requirements.

• Drive the overall architecture, top-level design, verification, validation, and commissioning requirements.

• Ensure that system functionality, performance, interface, reliability, maintainability, and safety requirements, goals, and margins are well-defined and managed.

• Support and influence the development of comprehensive test plans for system verification and validation, including new article and customer system Software Acceptance Tests (SwATs), site pre-operation, startup, and commissioning.

• Coordinate the flow-down of internal and external customer requirements/tasks.

• Collaborate with Project Managers to establish the Projects Baseline Master Schedule and Cost Roll-ups.

• Lead and facilitate customer discussions/reviews to enhance controls solutions and improve customer experience and expectations.

• Promote consistent solutions across all controls (GT, ST, HRSG, BOP, Electrical).

• Exhibit System Level thinking.

• Collaborate with and maintain strong, responsive, and productive working relationships with internal GE teams as well as with external customers.

• Be accountable for Controls cost and schedule targets in collaboration with functional managers.

• Ensure clear communication to the team and business leaders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or a related Engineering field from an accredited college or university.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the combined cycle power plant industry, specifically in controls.

• Experience in the design and application of GE power generation controls, electrical, or accessory systems.

• Familiarity with power generation requisition processes, customer interaction, project management, or EPCs.

• Proven experience in system integration.

• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills for engaging with the team and business leaders.

• Knowledge and experience in Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine, and/or Plant controls.

• Demonstrated ability to independently drive projects to successful completion.

• Proficient in technical writing.

• Proven experience in successfully leading a diverse technical 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, offering 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 retirement contributions.

• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Flexible time off.