Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement control strategies for inverter-based solar and energy storage systems, including coordination with battery management systems (BMS), power conversion systems (PCS), and plant-level controls.
- Support design, tuning, and testing of inverter control algorithms to meet performance, reliability, safety, and grid compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with systems, software, product, and field teams to clarify requirements and support successful integration of control solutions.
- Perform verification and validation activities for controls functions using standard engineering tools.
- Assist with product and project execution activities from development through commissioning, including troubleshooting and issue resolution.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation such as control logic descriptions, specifications, test procedures, and validation results.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for control-related issues identified during testing or field operation.
- Work with experienced engineers to improve controls performance, development processes, and product quality.
- Stay informed on applicable industry standards, grid requirements, and control technologies relevant to inverter-based systems.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
- Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in control systems engineering, preferably in renewable energy, energy storage, inverter systems, or power systems.
- Experience with inverter controls, power electronics, or grid-connected control systems.
- Understanding of control algorithm development, system testing, and validation for inverter or energy storage applications.
- Knowledge of power electronics, grid integration fundamentals, and communication protocols such as Modbus and IEC 61850.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with utility-scale solar or energy storage systems.
- Familiarity with modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD, or Python.
- Familiarity with applicable industry standards and grid codes such as IEEE 1547, IEEE 2800, and UL 9540.
- Awareness of cybersecurity considerations for control systems.
- Experience supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, or field performance analysis.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.
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