Lead Engineer - Embedded SW Development

GE Vernova; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 89,300 - 148,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Firmware Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and validating embedded firmware for wind turbine systems. This role emphasizes high-quality system performance, collaboration across engineering teams, and mentoring junior engineers. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience in firmware development, particularly with C/C++, motor control, and electrical design. Compensation ranges from $89,300 to $148,700, with various benefits provided.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in firmware development.
• Experience with embedded or industrial networking.
• Strong background in electrical design and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded firmware for wind turbine pitch control.
• Implement control solutions for motors and communication interfaces.
• Debug and validate hardware in a high-voltage laboratory.

Skills

Firmware development

C/C++

Motor control design

Electrical design

Automation

Test-driven development

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering

Tools

MS Visual Studio

GitHub

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for designing, developing, and validating embedded firmware for the wind turbine pitch system, which includes control boards, motor drive control, and backup charging systems tailored to the product platform. This role supports high-quality, reliable system performance and contributes to team success through requirements development, code reviews, and continuous improvement of engineering processes and ways of working.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop embedded firmware for the wind turbine pitch control system, including control boards, motor drive systems, and backup charging systems.
• Design and implement robust control solutions for AC and DC motors, closed‑loop control systems, and embedded communications interfaces such as UART/serial, SPI, and I2C.
• Write, compile, test, and debug firmware throughout the full product development lifecycle, from concept through validation and release.
• Develop, maintain, and use simulation models of the pitch system integrated with the full wind turbine to validate system behavior before deployment of hardware.
• Apply strong systems knowledge in motor controls, batteries, ultracapacitors, and electrical design, with an understanding of the interactions between position, speed, and current in complex electromechanical systems.
• Analyze and interpret electrical schematics, hardware interfaces, and control system behavior to support development and root cause investigations.
• Perform hands‑on hardware debugging and validation in a high‑voltage laboratory environment using equipment such as digital multimeters and oscilloscopes, while adhering to all safety protocols.
• Lead or support validation testing of control software and hardware, including issue debugging, failure reproduction, and investigation of field‑reported events.
• Review product requirements and technical specifications to ensure they are complete, clear, and testable, and provide recommendations that improve product quality and engineering processes.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally across GE Vernova engineering teams to develop reliable, high‑performing wind turbine systems and ensure successful system integration.
• Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, sharing best practices, and supporting team capability growth.
• Communicate effectively across technical and non‑technical stakeholders, with the ability to connect detailed engineering work to broader system and business objectives.
• Demonstrate understanding of key business drivers and how team contributions support broader engineering goals, product outcomes, and the wind energy industry.
• Identify and apply AI‑enabled tools and methods to improve engineering efficiency, quality, and ways of working.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in computer science or engineering
• 6 years of experience in firmware development including:
  • Experience with C/C++, PLCs, computer architecture, and embedded or industrial networking (MS Visual Studio TFS)
  • Strong background in electrical design, schematics, PCBA layout interpretation, and/or component specification
  • Experience with motor control design, power electronics, and electrical/thermal considerations (MS Visual Studio TFS)
  • Experience with automation, test‑driven development, and engineering test frameworks (GitHub, DLL, MATLAB, Python)

Desired Characteristics

• Familiarity with simulation development, system validation, test bench testing, and field measurements
• Knowledge of SQL, AI tools such as GitHub Copilot, and digital engineering workflows
• Understanding of industry standards and design codes
• Wind industry experience and a track record of delivering technology programs is preferred.
• Demonstrated systems thinking, risk assessment, and technical trade‑off evaluation.
• Strong collaboration, stakeholder influence, project leadership, and communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Legal Hiring Requirements

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

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Compensation and Benefits

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse‑based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 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.