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GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

Lead Controls & Automation Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeRugby, UKNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in automation and control systems engineering, ideally within a product development or New Product Introduction environment.
  • Proficiency in C programming, with hands-on experience developing software for real-time or embedded control systems.
  • Experience designing or working with distributed control system architectures.
  • Hands-on experience with Human Machine Interface development tools and platforms.
  • A strong understanding of control system architectures and real-time systems.
  • Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 or equivalent programming standards.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.
  • Working knowledge of IEC 62443 standards and their application within industrial automation and control system product development.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and validate control system software for next-generation automation and Dynamic Positioning platforms within the New Product Introduction framework.
  • Develop control logic, algorithms, and system architectures to meet functional, safety, and performance requirements.
  • Support migration of existing control system codebases to GE priority platforms, ensuring continuity, performance, and compliance.
  • Design and develop intuitive, high-performance Human Machine Interface solutions aligned with product requirements and user experience goals.
  • Ensure Human Machine Interface designs meet relevant industry standards, usability best practices, and product roadmap objectives.
  • Develop and maintain software components in C embedded control systems.
  • Work at both the application and system level, understanding the interaction between hardware, firmware, and software layers.
  • Analyse existing codebases, identify technical risks, and develop migration strategies to minimise disruption and preserve product integrity.
  • Document migration processes, test results, and system changes in line with New Product Introduction engineering standards and product lifecycle requirements.
  • Engage in design reviews, architecture workshops, and technical gate reviews.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional New Product Introduction teams, including systems architects, software engineers, and product managers, to deliver against product roadmaps.
  • Identify and drive continuous improvements to tools, processes, and engineering practices within the New Product Introduction organisation.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in automation and control systems engineering within a product development or New Product Introduction environment is ideally preferred.

About the Company

GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

GE Vernova makes equipment and software that generate and manage electricity for utilities, power producers, and industrial customers. Its Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses span gas turbines, wind generation, and the systems that move electricity across grids. The company supplies generators, grid equipment, and controls, while its software coordinates network operations and integrates changing sources of power. Customers buy equipment and enter service agreements for maintenance, upgrades, and technical support over its operating life, alongside purchases of software and related services. GE Vernova became an independent company in 2024 after separating from GE and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
N/A
Total funding
$17.6M
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Founded
2024

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