Roles and Responsibilities
Be responsible for technical design of wind turbine controls hardware, including sensors (temperature, proximity, vibration, etc.), I/O, and communication hardware
Define specifications and requirements for sensors and communication systems and cabinets
Be responsible for continuous development of proper engineering documentation, including bills of material, drawings, specifications, manufacturing & field instructions, guidelines, etc.
Define test and validation requirements. Support and execute lab testing
Work with suppliers and site teams on component root cause analysis. Lead turbine retrofits and upgrades for wind turbines
Support product development programs design review discussions and present relevant design details to chief engineers for evaluation and approval
Occasionally travel to site to support product testing and/or customer issues
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field with Renewable Energy emphasis preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in sensor, electrical, electronic, controls or power systems design
Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time
Desired Characteristics:
Master of Science Degree in in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Demonstrated ability to lead projects in a global, matrix organization
Experience with industrial communication protocols such as PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MODBUS, OPC-UA, and IEC-61850
Understanding of data acquisition systems, remote monitoring, and SCADA
Experience in wind turbines design, specifically in control hardware and software
Experience with technical drawings, documentation and BOM structure
Ability to succeed in a global team environment
Self-starter, who delivers results with minimal supervision
Strong oral and written communication skills
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 $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. 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 June 09, 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.