GE Vernova

Controls Design Engineer

GE Vernova$72K — $108K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or Associate's Degree with 3 years relevant experience
  • Proficiency in Electrical and Controls drawing
  • Familiarity with IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NEC, AUS, CSA, and NESC standards
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

  • Lead design of protection and control solutions for FACTS projects
  • Create and maintain Bills of Material for design documentation
  • Improve standard control documentation for FACTS systems
  • Coordinate with offshore design teams and project members
  • Interface with cross-functional teams including engineers and project managers
  • Implement cost reduction initiatives for design and process improvements
  • Ensure adherence to project quality procedures including ISO9001

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Access to 24/7 health coaching and nurse resources
  • Retirement benefits including a 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Tuition and adoption assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Disability benefits and life insurance
  • 12 paid holidays and permissive time off
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
As a member of this world class team, the Controls Designer will lead and execute the design of protection and control aspects of Flexible AC (Alternating Current) Transmission System (FACTS) projects. In this role, you will be responsible for the design documentation of the protection and control aspects of fixed series capacitors (FSC), static VAR compensation (SVC) and synchronous condenser (SC) solutions within GE's Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) portfolio.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:
• Design of custom protection and control solutions, including physical cabinet layouts, schematics, logic diagrams, wiring/interconnection, grounding, cable schedules and other required custom control hardware for custom FACTS solutions for orders and proposals.
• Develop Bills of Material for all designs, ensure consistency and quality throughout all design documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of standard control documentation for FACTS equipment including protection and control systems.
• Coordinate with offshore design resources and the project team members on technical matters to meet project specifications, cost control and schedule objectives.
• Interface with internal and external team members such as principal engineers, control engineers, civil engineers, electrical designers, project managers, engineering leaders and support organizations.
• Facilitate the development and execute cost reduction programs that vary in scope and may include low-cost vendor selection, design improvements, process improvements, automation, and new product introduction.
• Excellent personal computer skills, including proficiency with Excel and Word, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
• Support project quality procedures and initiatives including aspects of ISO9001.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; or an Associate's Degree In Electrical Engineering or related field with 3 years of experience in the specific field of mechanical controls design.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% as required, which may include remote locations and international travel, and be willing to comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies.

Desired Characteristics:
• Electrical and Controls drawing experience
• Proficient in Standard Drafting practices
• Knowledge of and experience using IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NEC, AUS, CSA, and NESC standards and codes, and ability to design packages when no clear customer specification is provided.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated creativity and ability to be accountable for team results in order to deliver a high-quality product on time and under budget.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $72,000.00 and $108,000.00. 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 22, 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.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is an energy business company. They provide digital, energy consulting, energy financial services, gas power, grid solutions, nuclear energy, power conversion, renewable energy, steam power, and so on.

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Embark on a career at GE Vernova and contribute to the transformation of the energy landscape. GE Vernova’s team is at the forefront of innovation, driving growth and sustainability with cutting-edge technology. Lead in a unique role where industry expertise meets leadership in energy innovation. GE Vernova provides a platform where professionals can leverage their skills to influence global energy solutions. Engage with a team of experts dedicated to pioneering developments in the energy sector. GE Vernova is home to a dynamic team focused on creating impactful solutions that address global energy challenges.

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