Sr Engineer 3 - Controls Sensors & Hardware

GE Vernova; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 101,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Medical, dental, vision plans

Retirement plan (401(k))

Paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Senior Wind Turbine Sensors & Controls Hardware Engineer to own end-to-end architecture for turbine and farm-level control systems. You will drive NPIs, cost-out initiatives, and technology to maximize AEP and fleet performance.

You will define hardware specs for sensors, I/O and cabinets, create documentation, run tests, and collaborate with suppliers on retrofits, with occasional site support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Controls/Mechanical engineering or similar.
• Renewable energy emphasis preferred.
• Minimum 8 years in sensor, electrical, electronics, controls or power systems design.
• Willingness to travel ~10%.

Responsibilities

• Design the wind turbine controls hardware including sensors, I/O and communication hardware.
• Define specifications for sensors, communication systems and cabinets.
• Develop engineering documentation such as BOMs, drawings and instructions.
• Define test and validation requirements and support lab testing.
• Lead turbine component retrofits and supplier collaboration for upgrades.
• Support product development reviews and present design details to chief engineers.

Skills

Sensor design

Electrical design

Controls systems

Power systems

Global teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Mechanical engineering

Tools

PROFIBUS

PROFINET

MODBUS

OPC-UA

IEC-61850

SCADA

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Senior Wind Turbine Sensors & Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end architecture and component strategy of our turbine and farm-level control systems. In this role, you will lead the development of innovative products and solutions, execute business-critical New Product Introductions (NPI), drive cost-out initiatives, and advance technology to maximize Annual Energy Production (AEP) and ensure world-class fleet performance.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Be responsible for technical design of wind turbine controls hardware, including sensors (temperature, proximity, vibration, etc.), I/O, and communication hardware

• Define specifications and requirements for sensors and communication systems and cabinets

• Be responsible for continuous development of proper engineering documentation, including bills of material, drawings, specifications, manufacturing & field instructions, guidelines, etc.

• Define test and validation requirements. Support and execute lab testing

• Work with suppliers and site teams on component root cause analysis. Lead turbine component retrofits and upgrades for wind turbines

• Support product development programs, design review discussions and present relevant design details to chief engineers for evaluation and approval

• Occasionally travel to site to support product testing and/or customer issues

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field required

• Renewable Energy emphasis preferred

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in sensor, electrical, electronic, controls or power systems design

• Ability to succeed in a global team environment

• Self-starter, who delivers results with minimal supervision

• Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time

Desired Characteristics

• Master of Science Degree in in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

• Demonstrated ability to lead projects in a global, matrix organization

• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MODBUS, OPC-UA, and IEC-61850

• Understanding of data acquisition systems, remote monitoring, and SCADA

• Experience in wind turbines design, specifically in control hardware and software

• Experience with technical drawings, documentation and BOM structure

• Strong oral and written communication skills

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.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 October 13, 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 24/9 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.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.