Senior Engineer – HIL & Simulation

GE Vernova, Inc.; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 113,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Discretionary annual bonus

Health benefits

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. seeks a Senior Engineer - Hardware-in-the-Loop and Simulation to scale HIL testing for utility-scale BESS and validate BMS, PCS, and EMS in safety-critical software releases.

You will lead real-time plant modeling, SI/CI integration, and cross-functional collaboration across firmware, controls, and systems engineering teams, shaping scalable testing infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Electrical/Control/Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years in power electronics, renewables, or grid-tied systems.
• Minimum 3 years in HIL/SIL testing, real-time simulation, and control validation.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic roadmap for HIL testing, real-time simulation, and CI/CD integration.
• Develop high-fidelity plant models (battery, inverter, grid) using MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools.
• Build automated test scripts to integrate HIL/SIL into CI/CD pipelines and maintain quality gates.
• Simulate grid disturbances and battery fault scenarios to validate protection and control logic.
• Collaborate with firmware, controls, and systems teams to verify bug fixes and sign off on releases.
• Provide mentorship and standardize workflows across NPI cycles.

Skills

HIL/SIL testing

Real-time simulation

Embedded software

Model development

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Typhoon HIL

Opal-RT

National Instruments

MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow

PLECS

C/C++

GE Mark VIe

Job description

Job Description Summary

At GE Vernova, you shape the future of energy by scaling advanced simulation and validation infrastructure that accelerates the global energy transition. As our Senior Engineer – Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) & Simulation, you own and scale HIL and simulation capabilities for utility‑scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). You serve as the technical anchor for validating BESS controls, Battery Management Systems (BMS), and Power Conversion Systems (PCS), ensuring our software releases meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and grid compliance.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Strategy & Architecture: Define and execute the strategic roadmap for HIL testing, virtual commissioning, and simulation infrastructure, building real-time simulation test benches for physical controllers and embedded software.
• Modeling & Simulation: Develop and validate high-fidelity plant models—including battery cell/stack models, inverters, and power grid networks—using MATLAB/Simulink or RSCAD, alongside Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test benches.
• Automation & CI/CD Integration: Build automated test scripts and frameworks to integrate HIL/SIL testing into Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, accelerating release cycles while maintaining quality gates.
• Fault & Edge Case Validation: Simulate extreme grid disturbance events (such as ride‑through and frequency response) and internal battery fault scenarios to verify system protection and control logic safely.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with firmware, controls, and systems engineering teams to analyze simulation data, reproduce field issues, verify bug fixes, and sign off on new software releases.
• Technical Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and best‑practice training to junior and mid‑level engineers while standardizing workflows across New Product Introduction (NPI) cycles.

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are a curious, resilience‑driven technical leader who thrives on complex grid dynamics, pushes the boundaries of real‑time simulation, and enjoys collaborating across global teams to deliver robust energy storage solutions.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Systems, or a related technical field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience in power electronics, renewable energy, or grid‑tied systems.
• Minimum of 3 years of focused experience in HIL/SIL testing, real‑time simulation, and control system validation.

Preferred

• Hands‑on experience with real‑time HIL hardware and software platforms (Typhoon HIL, Opal‑RT, or National Instruments).
• Strong proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow, PLECS, or C/C++ for model development and auto‑code generation.
• Deep understanding of BESS architecture, including BMS, PCS, and Energy Management Systems (EMS).
• Familiarity with grid codes, utility interconnection standards (IEEE 1547, UL 9540), and power system dynamics.
• Experience with GE Mark VIe controllers and automated testing frameworks within CI/CD pipelines.

Employment Terms & Benefits

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

Application Deadline: January 25, 2027

This is a remote position

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; 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.