Senior Engineer - HIL & Simulation

GE Vernova; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Senior Engineer - HIL & Simulation to lead and scale hardware-in-the-loop and simulation capabilities for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems. You will own the end-to-end validation of BESS controls, BMS, and PCS, and drive real-time modeling, testing, and CI/CD integration.

You will collaborate with firmware, controls, and systems teams, mentor junior engineers, and push edge-case validation, ensuring safety, reliability, and grid-compliant performance across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering or related field.
• 6+ years engineering experience in power electronics, renewable energy, or grid-tied systems.
• 3+ years in HIL/SIL testing, real-time simulation, and control system validation.
• Familiar with GE Mark VIe controllers.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the roadmap for HIL testing, virtual commissioning, and simulation infrastructure across the BESS portfolio.
• Design, build, and maintain real-time simulation test benches to test physical controllers and embedded software under realistic grid and battery operating conditions.
• Develop, validate, and maintain high-fidelity plant models including battery cell/stack models, inverters, and AC/DC power grid networks using MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools.
• Design, build, and maintain virtual simulation test benches to test project-specific controls software for development and commissioning troubleshooting.
• Develop automated test scripts and CI/CD pipelines to integrate HIL/SIL testing into the development workflow.
• Analyze large volumes of simulation/test data to evaluate performance, interpret results, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Power electronics

Grid-tied systems

HIL/SIL testing

Real-time simulation

Control validation

MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow

C/C++

Grid codes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Systems, or related field

Tools

GE Mark VIe controllers

Typhoon HIL

Opal-RT

National Instruments

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Job Description

At GE Vernova, we are energizing the world while accelerating the path to a more reliable, sustainable energy future. Our Energy Storage team within GE Vernova's Power Conversion and Storage division deploys utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) that integrate seamlessly into the modern grid, driving the energy transition forward. We are looking for an experienced technical leader to own and scale our Energy Storage Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and simulation capabilities. As the Senior Engineer - HIL & Simulation , you will be the technical anchor for validating our BESS controls, battery management systems (BMS), and power conversion systems (PCS). You will lead the development, commissioning, and continuous expansion of advanced HIL test benches and real-time simulation models. Your work will de-risk complex software releases, validate grid compliance, and ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance for our utility-scale energy storage solutions.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership & Strategy: Define and execute the roadmap for HIL testing, virtual commissioning, and simulation infrastructure across the BESS portfolio.
• HIL Architecture & Development: Design, build, and maintain real-time simulation test benches to test physical controllers and embedded software under realistic grid and battery operating conditions.
• Plant & Grid Modeling: Develop, validate, and maintain high-fidelity plant models-including battery cell/stack models, , inverters, and AC/DC power grid networks using tools like MATLAB/Simulink or RSCAD. .
• SIL Architecture & Development: Design, build, and maintain virtual simulation test benches to test project specific controls software for development and commissioning troubleshooting.
• Automation & CI/CD Integration: Develop automated test scripts and frameworks to integrate HIL/SIL testing into our continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) software pipelines, accelerating release cycles while maintaining rigorous quality gates.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze large volumes of simulation and test data to evaluate BESS performance, dynamic response, and compliance limits. Interpret complex test results, identify root causes for anomalies or edge-case failures, and translate findings into clear, actionable insights and technical reports for cross-functional engineering teams.
• Fault & Edge Case Validation: Simulate extreme grid disturbance events (e.g., low/high voltage ride-through, frequency response, grid faults) and internal battery fault scenarios to verify system protection and control logic safely.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with firmware, controls, systems engineering, and product validation teams to reproduce field issues, verify bug fixes, and sign off on new software releases.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and best-practice training to junior and mid-level engineers on the simulation and testing team.
• - Process Innovation: Drive productivity initiatives and standardize modeling workflows to accelerate NPI (New Product Introduction) cycles.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Systems, or a related technical field.
• 6+ years of engineering experience in power electronics, renewable energy, or grid-tied systems.
• 3+ years specifically focused on HIL/SIL testing, real-time simulation, and control system validation.
• Familiar with GE Mark VIe controllers

Desired Characteristics:

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with real-time HIL hardware and software platforms (e.g., 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 Battery Management Systems (BMS), Power Conversion Systems (PCS), and Energy Management Systems.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong technical communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to lead projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with grid codes, utility interconnection standards (e.g., IEEE 1547, UL 9540), and power system dynamics.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%
• Comfortable working with global teams, including flexibility across time zones
• Proactively identifies and removes organizational obstacles, enabling the team to execute with speed and clarity

Additional Information

Compensation Grade

SPB 3

"This role is open to remote candidates; location and flexibility will be determined based on candidate profile and business needs."

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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 gende