Lead I&C (Instrumentation & Controls) Embedded Software Engineer

GE Vernova; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 98,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) plan with company matching

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Lead I&C Embedded Software Engineer to join the I&C Engineering team at the GVH Engineering organization in Wilmington, NC. The role focuses on designing and implementing software for I&C systems in Nuclear Power Plants, with emphasis on C programming, embedded software practices, and rigorous testing.

You will lead software delivery, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with hardware and plant operations teams while managing schedules, requirements, and risk assessments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer or software engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in embedded software development with strong C programming knowledge and software development tools.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with C coding conventions, unit testing, and integration testing of software.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative solutions to complex engineering problems and reduce complexity.
• Perform design specifications, software development, module testing, and integration testing; conduct code reviews and verification.
• Engage customers to define scope and discuss technical risks; manage time and deliverables within project timelines.
• Perform hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and end-to-end operational testing.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to junior staff; communicate progress to leadership.

Skills

Embedded software

C programming

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer or software engineering

Tools

GitLab version control

IDEs

Debuggers

Job description

Job Description Summary The Lead Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Embedded Software Engineer works within the I&C Engineering team of the GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) Engineering organization. The I&C team is responsible for designing and implementing I&C electronic hardware and software for I&C systems for Nuclear Power Plants. The I&C software team has strong interfaces with electronic hardware design and plant system operations. This role requires technical problem solving, strong software skills and effective communication/collaboration with other teams within the GVH business functions.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities

The Lead I&C Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for the delivery of high-quality engineering software. Work scope typically includes the following essential responsibilities:

• Develop creative solutions and reduce complexity to create accurate and effective solutions for complex engineering problems.
• Typical software activities will include preparing design specifications, developing software, performing module testing, and integration testing of the design. Performing Code Reviews and verifications of Design Specifications and Reports.
• Engage customers to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks.
• Perform integration testing of software solutions using Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation and full end to end operational testing.
• Work with the technical leader to establish an effective work plan, including time estimates, schedule estimates, requirements and work processes.
• Apply engineering fundamentals and 1st order engineering principles to establish and/or confirm expected performance.
• Provide clear and complete analysis documentation in accordance with GVH engineering procedures.
• Manage time effectively to provide quality deliverables within the expected project timeline.
• Communicate effectively to leadership the status of work activities.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to junior staff.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in electrical, computer or software engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in embedded software development, including a deep working knowledge of C Programming language and software development tools (GitLab version control, IDE’s, Debuggers, etc.).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with C Coding conventions, unit testing and integration testing of software.

Eligibility Requirements

• 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.
• The work location for this role is at the GVH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC

Desired Qualifications

• Experience understanding C Coding standards that meets and delivers desired functionality using technology selected for the project. Familiarity of MISRA-C is desirable.
• Solves technical challenges through application of common design patterns and identifying appropriate patterns for use in problem solving.
• Effective use of data structures and algorithms.
• Leadership experience inside and/or outside the classroom.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills and ability to articulate clearly.
• Contributes to creative solutions and challenges status quo.
• Proactively learns new tools and identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes their adoption.
• Experience with software development in an industry standard environment (DO-178, SEAL).
• Knowledge of common development paradigms (Agile, Waterfall)

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. 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 20, 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 24/7 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.

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.