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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Embedded Products and Software Reliability Engineer - **Company:** GE Vernova - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $162,900.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Communications Protocols, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, R (Programming Language), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Python (Programming Language), Minitab, Modbus, Reliability Engineering, Power BI, Smart Devices, Software Systems, Virtualization Technology, Model-Driven Development, Reliability of Systems, Data Analytics - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/A18D937CBC3549BCA369C42402B5F3B6/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline. * Extensive experience in reliability, systems, or product engineering in the energy or utility sector., * Familiar with protection & control systems, grid-edge devices, substation automation, and utility-grade software solutions. * Hands-on experience with reliability engineering tools and standards (e.g., ReliaSoft, ISO 9001/55000, IEC 61025). * Familiarity with communications protocols and standards used in T&D systems: IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, IEEE C37.118, etc. * Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis platforms (e.g., Python, R, Minitab, Power BI). * Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to engage cross-functional teams and utility customers. * Understanding of grid reliability challenges in T&D environments & willingness to travel for customer engagements, conferences, and global collaboration. * Collaborative leadership across engineering, field teams, and customers * Data-driven problem-solving mindset with attention to long-term product health including systems thinking * Proactive approach to emerging technologies and continuous improvement * Master's degree in Reliability or Systems Engineering. * Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) or similar professional certification. * Familiar with model-based design and HIL testing (e.g., RTDS, PSCAD, or EMTP) for utility applications and simulation tools used in electronics and CAD design * Experience working directly with T&D utilities, supporting product deployments, failure investigations, or asset strategies. * Familiarity with cybersecurity risk and reliability considerations for critical infrastructure. ## Description * Perform reliability modeling and statistical analysis of energy management and protection/control products to predict field performance and act as authority for reliability design decisions. * Develop and execute reliability test plans for hardware and software, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), environmental, and stress testing for grid components. * Conduct and lead FMEA, FMECA, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for hardware/software failure events across embedded systems and communication layers. * Work with product design, systems engineering, and software teams to ensure Design for Reliability (DfR) is embedded from concept through deployment. * Analyze field data from deployed devices (e.g., relays, RTUs, control systems) to identify systemic issues and recommend corrective/preventive actions. * Collaborate with utilities and customers to support grid asset performance programs and grid modernization initiatives, including IEC 61850, virtualization, and advanced diagnostics. * Develop and maintain reliability KPIs (e.g., MTBF, FIT rate, availability) for product lines and integrate into product development and quality programs. * Identify and drive adoption of predictive and condition-based maintenance strategies using remote diagnostics, SCADA, and sensor data. * Consult and align with the Innovation Office and Applications team to ensure reliability priorities influence working group participation, standards leadership, and technology strategy. * Stay current on regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., NERC, IEEE, IEC standards) impacting utility asset reliability and cybersecurity. * Provide coaching, training, and guidance on reliability practices to internal teams and external stakeholders. ## Related Videos - [Optimizing Land-Based Fish Feeding with Node-RED](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2032-optimizing-land-based-fish-feeding-with-node-red) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Leading with Reliability: Applying SRE Principles to Build Stronger Engineering Organizations](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100185-leading-with-reliability-applying-sre-principles-to-build-stronger-engineering-organizations) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)