GE Vernova · 12 hours ago
Electronics Hardware Engineer
Niskayuna
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $149K/yr
5+ years expGE Vernova is seeking an Electronics Hardware Engineer for their Advanced Research team, where you will support engineers in executing power electronics projects. The role involves designing and validating embedded systems and power electronics hardware, requiring strong electrical engineering fundamentals and hands-on lab skills.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and commission power and signal interface circuits and corresponding printed circuit boards (PCB) for controllers and instrumentations applied in power conversion systems
Perform schematic capture and PCB layout for complex embedded and power electronics boards
Procure, fabricate, and assemble electrical and mechanical components, subsystems and complete system assembly of engineering prototypes for research programs
Design fixtures, electrical and electronic subsystems, instrumentation, data acquisition, mechanical and thermal subsystems, which facilitate the evaluation of electrical systems intended for a wide variety of applications
Perform signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC analysis for high-speed and mixed-signal designs
Collaborate with firmware, mechanical, and systems teams for end-to-end hardware integration
Develop and implement test procedures for electrical systems and document performance characteristics
Troubleshoot and solve electrical and mechanical problems where objectives are clearly defined but course of action must be considered and determined
Be responsible for the maintenance of standard laboratory equipment and facilities including calibration of instruments and monitoring devices
Perform all work in accordance with EHS guidelines and compliance policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelors or Master's degree in electrical engineering or related field with a minimum of 5 years (for Masters) or 8 years (For Bachelors) of experience after graduation, with a primary focus in technology applied to power electronics and/or embedded systems
5+ years of experience in designing and commissioning electrical/electronic circuits and printed circuit board (PCB) layout applied in power conversion systems with considerations on signal fidelity, noise, EMI/EMS, and thermal management
5+ years of substantial experience in the design of test fixtures, including electrical, thermal, mechanical, and instrumentation technologies. Proficiency with lab validation tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power analyzers)
5+ years of working knowledge of low, medium & high voltage electrical distribution
5+ years of experience working knowledge of the electrical codes and standards that apply to large scale energy systems
3+ years of experience documentation of test setup, major procedures, findings/results
3+ years of experience with preliminary data processing skills and using MS Excel and writing reports in MS Word
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required
Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to have a current or active Secret Clearance with an ability to attain a Top-Secret Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
Preferred
Familiarity with software like: PCB Design: Altium Designer, OrCAD, Cadence Allegro, KiCad, Mentor Graphics (Expedition, PADS); Simulation & Analysis: LTspice, PSpice, MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS SIwave, Keysight ADS, HyperLynx, PLECS; FPGA/Embedded: Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, ModelSim, ARM/Keil MDK, IAR Embedded Workbench; Collaboration: Git, SVN, Jira, Confluence
Familiarity with hardware/laboratory equipment like: Oscilloscopes (high bandwidth), logic analyzers, spectrum/network analyzers; Power analyzers, electronic loads, SMUs, thermal cameras; JTAG debuggers, in-circuit emulators, boundary scan tools; Soldering/rework stations (including BGA rework), multimeters, function generators; High-voltage probes, isolated measurement gear, double-pulse test setups
Demonstrated successful track record of completing tasks and deliverables on schedule and on budget
Safety First mindset – proactively keeps an eye out for safety issues with initiative to stop work as needed
Familiarity with Lockout Tagout (LOTO) Safety Programs and LOTO Compliance
Benefits
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
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
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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