Lead Engineer - Embedded SW Development

GE Vernova
Salem, VA, United States
12 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
6 years minimum
Compensation
$89,300.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Automation of Tests C++ (Programming Language) Software Debugging Dynamic-Link Libraries Firmware Github Hardware Interface Design Python (Programming Language) MATLAB Microsoft Visual Studio Team Foundation Server
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Standard Sql Software Engineering System Testing Systems Integration Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter Test-Driven Development (TDD) GitHub Copilot Information Technology Hardware Debugging

Job description

  • Architect, design, and develop embedded firmware for the wind turbine pitch control system, including control boards, motor drive systems, and backup charging systems.

  • Design and implement robust control solutions for AC and DC motors, closed-loop control systems, and embedded communications interfaces such as UART/serial, SPI, and I2C.

  • Write, compile, test, and debug firmware throughout the full product development lifecycle, from concept through validation and release.

  • Develop, maintain, and use simulation models of the pitch system integrated with the full wind turbine to validate system behavior before deployment of hardware.

  • Apply strong systems knowledge in motor controls, batteries, ultracapacitors, and electrical design, with an understanding of the interactions between position, speed, and current in complex electromechanical systems.

  • Analyze and interpret electrical schematics, hardware interfaces, and control system behavior to support development and root cause investigations.

  • Perform hands-on hardware debugging and validation in a high-voltage laboratory environment using equipment such as digital multimeters and oscilloscopes, while adhering to all safety protocols.

  • Lead or support validation testing of control software and hardware, including issue debugging, failure reproduction, and investigation of field-reported events.

  • Review product requirements and technical specifications to ensure they are complete, clear, and testable, and provide recommendations that improve product quality and engineering processes.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally across GE Vernova engineering teams to develop reliable, high-performing wind turbine systems and ensure successful system integration.

  • Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, sharing best practices, and supporting team capability growth.

  • Communicate effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders, with the ability to connect detailed engineering work to broader system and business objectives.

  • Demonstrate understanding of key business drivers and how team contributions support broader engineering goals, product outcomes, and the wind energy industry.

  • Identify and apply AI-enabled tools and methods to improve engineering efficiency, quality, and ways of working.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in computer science or engineering

  • 6 years of experience in firmware development including:

  • Experience with C/C++, PLCs, computer architecture, and embedded or industrial networking (MS Visual Studio TFS)

  • Strong background in electrical design, schematics, PCBA layout interpretation, and/or component specification

  • Experience with motor control design, power electronics, and electrical/thermal considerations (MS Visual Studio TFS)

  • Experience with automation, test-driven development, and engineering test frameworks (GitHub, DLL, MATLAB, Python)

Desired Characteristics

  • Familiarity with simulation development, system validation, test bench testing, and field measurements

  • Knowledge of SQL, AI tools such as GitHub Copilot, and digital engineering workflows

  • Understanding of industry standards and design codes

  • Wind industry experience and a track record of delivering technology programs is preferred.

  • Demonstrated systems thinking, risk assessment, and technical tradeoff evaluation.

  • Strong collaboration, stakeholder influence, project leadership, and communication skills

Benefits & conditions

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law., For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 28, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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