Lead I&C Software Support Engineer (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

GE Vernova Inc; Wilmington (NC); Remote; USD 99,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead I&C Software Support Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves delivering high-quality engineering software for I&C systems in Nuclear Power Plants. You will be responsible for developing software test tools, maintaining development infrastructure, and ensuring effective communication across teams. If you possess strong technical problem-solving skills and a passion for software development, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in software testing, development, and deployment.
• 3 years of experience with coding conventions and unit testing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality engineering software and manage project timelines.
• Develop and deploy software test tools and maintain development infrastructure.

Skills

Software Testing

Software Development

Technical Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering

Tools

GitLab

LDRA

DevOps Tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead I&C (Instrumentation & Controls) Software Support Engineer works within the I&C Engineering team of the GE Hitachi (GEH) Engineering organization. The I&C team is responsible for designing and implementing 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 testing and development skills, and effective communication/collaboration with other teams within the GEH business functions.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• The Lead I&C Software Support Engineer is responsible for the delivery of high-quality engineering software. Work scope typically includes the following essential responsibilities:
• Development and deployment of special purpose Software Test tools within the Software team.
• Configure, Maintain, and improve the Software Development infrastructure (Dev Ops).
• Perform Unit/Module and Integration testing of Software packages in support of I&C deliverables.
• Develop creative solutions and reduce complexity to create accurate and effective solutions for complex engineering problems.
• Prepare Specifications, Reports, etc., in support of the Software Lifecycle.
• Perform Code Reviews, Documentation reviews, and other verification activities.
• Work with the technical leader to establish an effective work plan, including time estimates, schedule estimates, requirements and work processes.
• Manage time effectively to provide quality deliverables within the expected project timeline. Communicate effectively to leadership the status of work activities.
• Engage customers to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks
• Effectively manage multiple priorities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in electrical, computer or software engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 5 years of experience in software testing, development, and deployment.
• 3 years of experience with coding conventions, unit testing and integration testing of software.
• 3 years of experience with Static Analysis and Unit Testing Tools (LDRA) and Software development infrastructure (GitLab).

Eligibility Requirements

• The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered within 200 miles of Wilmington.
• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of common computer languages (C, C++, Python) and software development tools (Version control, IDE’s, Debuggers, etc.).
• 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.
• Experience understanding coding standards that meets and delivers desired functionality using technology selected for the project.
• Experience meeting Industry Coding Standard - MISRA, CERT-C, BARR-C.
• Experience with software development in a regulated environment.
• Leadership experience.
• 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 adoptions new tools and identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes their adoption.

The base pay range for this position is $99k – $140k. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 5/14/25 .

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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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 anEqual 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

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