Job Description SummaryJob DescriptionJob Description SummaryIn this role you will be part of the team that handles the full lifecycle of wind turbine controls engineering - development of new technologies, design and implementation on the actual product, prototype and field testing, and field issue resolution.
Roles and Responsibilities- Execute wind turbine controls system and software development
- Perform Failure Mode and Effects Analysis and develop comprehensive requirements for wind turbine software features and components
- Develop test cases and perform controls software validation
- Be responsible for technical design of wind turbine controls hardware, including sensors (temperature, proximity, vibration, etc.), I/O, and communication equipment
- Create engineering documentation, including bills of material, drawings, specifications, and manufacturing & field instructions
- Occasionally travel to site to support product testing and/or customer issues
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering from an accredited University.
Desired Characteristics- Highly motivated, self-starter, energetic, positive, flexible in changing environments.
- Ability to demonstrate a structured approach to problem solving, learning agility.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate technical problems in clear and simple terms.
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in project teams in an international environment.
- Solid understanding of programming basics
- Experience in one of more of the following areas demonstrated through course work, internships, or other experiences:
- Control systems and algorithm design, software development for embedded systems, PLC platforms and communication protocols, sensors, signal processing
- Wind Turbine Technology Experience is a strong plus but not required
- Experience in any of the following adjacent fields: Power Systems, Multi-Body Dynamics, Data Science, Systems Engineering, SW Development Methods such as Verification & Validation, version control, DevOps
- Experience with Model-Based Design techniques using Mathworks Simulink or comparable tool
- Passionate about renewable energy and/or sustainability
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
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 September 10, 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.
