Senior Embedded Control Engineer (R&D High Voltage)

GE Vernova; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 113,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Visa sponsorship available

Comprehensive benefits

11 paid holidays

Relocation assistance Provided

Job summary

Grid Solutions in the United States seeks a senior control engineer to drive embedded firmware for power converters in grid-scale systems. You'll innovate in topologies, semiconductors, and control systems while collaborating with global teams.

Relocation assistance is provided; visa sponsorship may be available. This role sits on-site in Niskayuna, NY, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on energy transition technologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher with related controls hardware experience.
• 5 years of experience with C/C++, PLCs, computer architecture, and embedded/industrial networking.
• 2-3 years experience with electrical design, schematics, PCBA layout interpretation, or component specs.
• 2-3 years experience with power converter control design and power electronics.
• 3 years minimum experience with automation, test-driven development, and engineering test frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop embedded firmware for power converter control systems.
• Design and implement robust control solutions for power converters and embedded interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C).
• Write, compile, test, and debug firmware through full product lifecycle.
• Develop and use simulation models of power converters to validate behavior.
• Analyze electrical schematics, hardware interfaces, and control system behavior.
• Perform hands-on hardware debugging in a high-voltage lab with safety protocols.
• Lead or support validation testing of control software and hardware.
• Review product requirements for clarity and testability; propose improvements.

Skills

C/C++

PLC programming

Embedded systems

Power electronics

Automation testing

Industrial networking

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Bachelor's degree with 8+ years experience

Tools

MS Visual Studio

TFS

GitHub

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a Senior Control Engineer to join our Research & Innovation team, driving the development of next-generation power conversion technologies for grid-scale energy systems. This role sits at the intersection of advanced R&D and practical application, delivering solutions from concept through prototype to product.

You will innovate across power semiconductors, converter topologies, and control systems while collaborating with global engineering teams in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. Are you ready to join our world-class team of researchers and do you have “The Energy to Change the World”?

Relocation Assistance provided for candidates in the United States.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop embedded firmware for power converters control systems including control boards, control hardware integration, and control auxiliaries.
• Design and implement robust control solutions for power converters, closed-loop control systems, and embedded communications interfaces such as UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter), SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface), and I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit).
• 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 power converters to validate system behavior before deployment of hardware.
• Apply strong systems knowledge in semiconductors devices, gate drivers, current, voltage and thermal transducers with an understanding of the interactions between electrical design and in complex power converter system design.
• 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 the organization engineering teams to develop reliable, high-performing control 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.
• Identify and apply AI-enabled tools and methods to improve engineering efficiency, quality, and ways of working.

• Document innovations through patents, technical reports, and peer-reviewed publications
• Stay current with emerging control engineering technologies and identify new applications for the business
• Location: Niskayuna, New York (on-site)

We will be sponsoring a Visa for this role now or in the future.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering or related field with 6 years of industry experience in controls hardware development (OR bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering or related field with a minimum of 8 years of industry experience in control hardware manufacturing and testing)
• 5 years of experience with C/C++, PLCs, computer architecture, and embedded or industrial networking (MS Visual Studio TFS)
• 2-3 years of experience electrical design, schematics, PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) layout interpretation, and/or component specification
• 2-3 years of experience with power converter control design, power electronics, and electrical/thermal considerations (MS Visual Studio TFS)
• 3 years minimum experience with automation, test-driven development, and engineering test frameworks (GitHub, DLL, MATLAB, Python)

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record in designing, building, and testing control system and control hardware for 1+MW scale power converters
• Familiarity with development of software and control hardware in the loop simulation platforms, power hardware in the loop testing, and control hardware commissioning

• Experience spanning R&D, product development, and manufacturing environments

• Knowledge of SQL, AI tools such as GitHub Copilot, and digital engineering workflows
• Understanding of industry standards and design codes applicable to control system hardware and communication protocol
• Demonstrated systems thinking, risk assessment, and technical tradeoff evaluation.
• Strong collaboration, stakeholder influence, project leadership, and communication skills

• Familiarity with electrical safety standards, PPE requirements, and safe work practices in high-voltage labs

• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills with attention to detail

• Adaptable and collaborative in a fast-paced, globally distributed team environment

About Us:

Come bring your energy to change the world!

Grid Solutions, part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

GE Vernova, a dynamic accelerator comprised of our Power, Renewable Energy, Digital and Energy Financial Services businesses, is focused on leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of energy, come join us.

Why we come to work:

At GE Vernova, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the green energy transition.

We deliver integrated project solutions to enable large-scale electrification and support our customer needs.

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 $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• 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