Lead Systems Engingeer

GE Vernova Inc; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova Inc seeks an R&D System Engineer to drive product development in the Monitoring & Diagnostics sector. The role involves technical leadership, troubleshooting complex issues, and requires collaboration across diverse teams. Candidates should have foundational engineering experience, preferably with a Bachelor's degree, to help shape innovations in the power sector.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Flexible work agreements

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Basic experience in Engineering/Technology & Embedded SW Development.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Architects and designs product components and features.
• Troubleshoots complex issues and refines designs.
• Collaborates with cross-functional and international teams.

Skills

Embedded SW Development

Engineering

Technical Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology

Job description

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

This is an exciting opportunity for a R&D System Engineer, working on product development in the GE Vernova Monitoring & Diagnostics (M&D) business, within Grid Automation (GA).

The M&D product line is a class leading vendor of sensing devices and systems to Electrical Utilities and Industrial customers. The product line spans sensing of multiple asset types and has a broad portfolio of advanced technology, which aid customers to understand and optimize the operating condition of key assets such as power transformers and circuit breakers.

Based on experience in product development and design and systems engineering, the successful candidate will define and develop technical solutions and strategies to refine existing products as well as developing new products and features. The role will be based in the system engineering team within M&D and focussed on the Kelman DGA and BMT products for substation Transformer monitoring.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and apply a clear understanding of existing products and their application. They will need to troubleshoot complex issues, and refine designs based on system behaviour and customer need, working through the product development lifecycle from requirements definition through product release and maintenance phases.

This will include collaboration across a wide range of stakeholders in the M&D business, working with diverse international teams and engaging with commercial/customer facing stakeholders and teams. In product design, the Systems Engineer will work across hardware, firmware, and software domains to ensure seamless integration and high-performance system operation.

This role includes technical leadership, cross-functional support and mentorship across the wider team on technical experience, product expertise and safety best practice.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Architects, designs and/or programs/develops a small module or a large component, feature, set of feature, whole feature area or entire embedded software product.
• Some areas of expertise may include, but is not limited to, networks, operating systems, cybersecurity, databases or applications.
• May be responsible for the creation of an entire product. [Small teams will use this DAW to include all phases of design / Development cycle all the way to Release]
• Broadening knowledge of own technical discipline to execute policy / strategy.
• May include support roles with specialised technical field of knowledge; still acquiring higher level knowledge and skills.
• Basic understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
• Good understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
• May have some autonomy to make decisions within a defined framework.
• Resolves issues in situations that require good technical knowledge and judgment within established procedures.
• Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions / parameters.
• A job at this level requires good interpersonal skills and may be required to lead a junior team.
• For customer facing roles, develops excellent customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE. Explains technical information to others.

Required Qualifications:

• This role requires basic experience in the Engineering / Technology & Embedded SW Development.
• Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college certification with relevant experience.

Desired Characteristics:

• Advanced oral and written communication skills.

At GE Vernova - Grid Automation, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of energy. We offer a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will make a tangible impact. Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation and excellence in control systems.

About GEV Grid Solutions:

At GEV Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work:

At GEV, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No