Controls Research Engineer – Energy Systems & Grids

GE Vernova; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE Vernova Advanced Research in Niskayuna, NY, seeks a Controls Research Engineer to develop models and advanced control, optimization, estimation, and detection techniques for energy-transition technologies. You will support programs across Renewable Energy, Gas Power, Grid Solutions, and Power Conversion, including collaborations with U.S.

government agencies. You will build algorithms that convert lab concepts into real products powering power grids, wind farms, and cleaner energy systems

Qualifications

• A Doctorate in Engineering or related field, or a Master's with 3+ years of that experience.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and in C, C++, or Python.
• Experience developing algorithms and software for complex physical systems.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor employment visas at Master level.
• Willingness to work onsite in Niskayuna, NY.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced control, optimization, estimation, and detection solutions that improve GE Vernova products and services.
• Test how well your solutions perform with simulations and trials on target systems.
• Share your work through patent applications, technical reports, and publications.
• Follow new developments in system technologies and look for new ideas and uses.
• Work on your own and as part of diverse teams across GE Research, GE Vernova, and external partners.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++/Python

Algorithm development

Education

Doctorate in Engineering or related field

Master's degree with 3+ years relevant experience

Job description

GE Vernova Advanced Research in Niskayuna, NY, seeks a Controls Research Engineer to develop models and advanced control, optimization, estimation, and detection techniques for energy-transition technologies. You will support programs across Renewable Energy, Gas Power, Grid Solutions, and Power Conversion, including collaborations with U.S.

government agencies. You will build algorithms that convert lab concepts into real products powering power grids, wind farms, and cleaner energy systems