Lead Automation Controls Design Engineer

GE Vernova; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a Lead Automation Controls Design Engineer to develop automation solutions for various industries including oil & gas. The role involves programming, system design, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, providing the candidate with an exciting opportunity in a leading company.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance Provided

Qualifications

• Familiarity with PLC programming concepts (e.g., ladder logic, function block diagrams).
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy PLC programs for industrial automation.
• Design intuitive HMI and SCADA systems.
• Conduct testing and debugging of PLC programs and hardware systems.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Relevant experience (6+ years)

Job description

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Job Description Summary

GE Vernova’s Power Conversion Division provides Electrical power conversion systems for various renewables, industry, marine, and Oil & Gas applications. Typical scope includes MV & LV drives, motors, transformers, E-house, switchgear, and control as well as the associated power systems engineering.

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova’s Power Conversion Division provides Electrical power conversion systems for various renewables, industry, marine, and Oil & Gas applications. Typical scope includes MV & LV drives, motors, transformers, E-house, switchgear, and control as well as the associated power systems engineering.

The Automation Controls Engineer’s role would be to develop system solutions in function block programming for metals and industrial markets. In this role you will be responsible for major and complex project execution with long-term business implications, provide technical support to sales and customers, developing of software, and hardware solutions, while following the completed and tested design to the field for installation.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior engineers to develop, test, and deploy programmable logic controller (PLC) programs, ensuring seamless automation and control of machinery and equipment across various industrial settings.
• Design intuitive human-machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, empowering operators to efficiently monitor and manage industrial processes.
• Contribute to the design and development of hardware components, including sensors, actuators, and control systems, adhering to global industry standards and ensuring reliability and performance.
• Conduct rigorous testing and meticulous debugging of PLC programs and hardware systems, swiftly identifying and resolving issues to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of PLC programs, hardware designs, and system configurations, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer and streamlined project management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assist in the execution of automation and control projects, providing technical support during system installation, commissioning, and post-implementation phases.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, or a related field or 6+ years of relevant experience
• Familiarity with PLC programming concepts (e.g., ladder logic, function block diagrams) and hands-on experience in HMI/SCADA development.
• Competence in at least one programming language (e.g., ladder logic, function block, ) is preferred.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Must not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Competence in at least one programming language (e.g., ladder logic, function block, ) is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and resolve challenges in automation systems effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to collaborate efficiently with team members and articulate ideas clearly.
• Capacity to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing project requirements and deadlines.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to learning and taking ownership of tasks.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute ideas and support team goals.
  
  

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.

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

• This is a remote position
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Electric Power Generation

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