Project Engineer - Energy Management Systems (EMS)

GE Vernova, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Health Coach

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

12 paid holidays

Permissive time off

Job summary

GE Vernova in Bellevue, WA seeks a Project Engineer for AEMS responsible for end-to-end software delivery of Energy Management System projects, ensuring successful EMS deployments, system stability, and seamless integration into the customer's control room.

You will bridge R&D and grid-operator needs, lead migrations from legacy to modern platforms, guide go-live handover to Maintenance & Support, and train field teams on EMS operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical or Computer Science or STEM
• 5+ years of driving complex, mission-critical software delivery (EMS/SCADA) for T&D utilities
• 3 years of demonstrated ability to own the deployment lifecycle within a matrix structure

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery of EMS implementations from inception to go-live and maintenance
• Architect the project lifecycle, bridging R&D and customer needs
• Manage go-live handover and training to Maintenance & Support
• Balance legacy migrations with platform standardization to meet business goals

Skills

EMS domain expertise

Architecture proficiency

Process excellence

Strategic execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Science or any STEM major

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Project Engineer for AEMS holds end-to-end responsibility for the software delivery lifecycle of Energy Management System projects. This role ensures the successful deployment of grid-critical EMS solutions, focusing on technical execution, system stability, and seamless integration into the customer's control room environment.

Key Responsibilities

The Mission: At GE Vernova, we don\u2019t just build software; we build the intelligence that powers the global energy transition. We are looking for a seasoned Project Engineer to own the delivery of our most critical EMS implementations. You will be the architect of the project lifecycle, bridging the gap between cutting-edge R&D and the mission-critical needs of grid operators. If you are passionate about grid stability, complex systems integration, and the future of renewable energy orchestration, we want to talk to you.

Why This Role Matters

High Impact: You will be part of the team which manages end-to-end delivery of EMS projects that are essential to grid resilience. Innovation Interface: You won\u2019t just deploy software; you will directly influence our R&D roadmap by translating real-world utility challenges into product evolution.

What You Bring

Deep Domain Fluency: You possess a sophisticated understanding of real-time grid applications and the resilience required for high-availability energy environments.

The "Translator" Advantage: You excel at navigating matrixed, global organizations—influencing cross-functional teams and aligning complex technical constraints with high-level business goals.

Strategic Execution: You have a history of navigating legacy-to-modern system migrations with precision, balancing customer-specific requirements with the need for platform standardization.

Knowledge Transition: Manage the "go-live" handover, ensuring a robust transition from the project team to the Maintenance & Support organization, including comprehensive training on EMS operations.

Technical Know-How Requirements

• EMS Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of real-time grid applications.


• Architecture Proficiency: Thorough knowledge of the EMS platform architecture, including real-time data modeling, high-availability environments, and database management.


• Process Excellence: Strength in implementing QA frameworks specifically designed for high-availability, mission-critical energy software.

Expected less than 20% travel domestic or global Relocation assistance available for U.S. based candidates only

Experience Requirements

• Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Electrical or Computer Science or any STEM major.


• 5+ years of driving complex, mission-critical software delivery (EMS/SCADA) for T&D utilities.


• 3 years of demonstrated ability to own the deployment lifecycle within a matrix structure.

Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

Note: To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years\' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

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: No For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $119,600.00 and $179,400.00. 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 16, 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. Candidates should be aware that this role involves a client\'s critical infrastructure; shortlisted candidates would therefore be subject to heightened security checks as directed by our clients. All personal data will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our data protection policies, solely for recruitment and security purposes. Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different...we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, "GE," in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" / "verde" signal Earth\u2019s verdant and lush ecosystems. "Nova," from the Latin "novus," nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com