GE Vernova · 2 days ago
Controls Research Engineer: GE Vernova Advanced Research
Niskayuna, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expGE Vernova is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to power the energy transition. As a Control Systems Research Engineer, you will develop models and advanced control technologies to enable the energy transition, collaborating with various stakeholders to mature technologies into impactful products.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work independently as well as in diverse teams to develop and apply advanced technology solutions to GE Vernova products and services using modeling, advanced controls, optimization, estimation, and detection technologies
Validate performance of developed solutions through simulations and application on target systems
Document technology and results through patent applications, technical reports, and publications
Stay current with advances in system technologies to seek out new ideas and applications
Work in a team environment with colleagues across GE Research, GE Vernova, and partners from industry, academia, and government agencies
Qualification
Required
Doctorate degree in an Engineering or related field with experience in design of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms or a Master's degree in an Engineering or related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience in design of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms
Knowledge and application of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and C, C++, or Python
Demonstrated experience (algorithm development and software implementation) in developing systems solutions for complex physical systems (e.g., mechanical systems, chemical plants, power systems, transportation, aviation systems)
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
Must be 18 years or older
You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.careers.gevernova.com to be considered
Preferred
Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques and the application of those in a controls context
Experience with real-time implementation of system solutions in a variety of hardware platforms
Experience developing controls solutions for industrial applications
Experience developing cyber-security algorithms
Exposure to industrial control hardware programming and industrial control software development
Proficiency in source code management through git/github
Experience with application for government funding and project proposal writing
Experience with program management, which includes setting up schedules, milestones, technical reviews, tracking funding, etc
Demonstrated ability to take an innovative idea from a concept to a product
Benefits
Health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy)
A retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching
Life Insurance options
Disability coverage
Paid time-off
EAP
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.68MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
2024-12-03Grant· $2.99M
2024-12-03Grant· $1.99M
2024-11-18Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
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