Controls Packaged Systems Technical Lead Engineer

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Job Description SummaryThis position in Services Projects for Gas Power Controls Engineering is responsible for leadership in driving customer order fulfillment excellence, working across a global technology team focused on controls services fulfillment from order inquiry through customer acceptance and commercial operation. The TLE will support the requisition, design, structuring, validation, and commissioning of control systems for Packaged Systems (Control Panels) Engineering supporting all market segments including all rotating equipment such as turbines and generators and balance of plant applications. This role, in addition to closely collaborating with our internal & external customers, is critical in driving a team culture of technical system & domain depth, contemporary leadership, on-time quality execution and strong customer-focused mindset. This position in Services Projects for Gas Power Controls Engineering is responsible for leadership in driving customer order fulfillment excellence, working across a global technology team focused on controls services fulfillment from order inquiry through customer acceptance and commercial operation.

Job DescriptionROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Packaged Systems (Control Panels) TLE is an engineering Technical Leader for Services Projects with overall responsibility for technical scope execution, design and implementation into production of controls system projects, covering all rotating equipment and balance of plant market segments. This includes packaging of digital electronic control system panels and control system components used on nuclear and fossil steam turbines, gas turbines, and power plant systems.  When assigned to a project, the TLE will be responsible for Technical Risk Identification and Mitigation across complete control panels scope using technical mentoring and direction skills with assigned functional controls engineers. The overall goal of the TLE role is to ensure projects are executed successfully by assigned project resources from around the globe.

Apply long experience to provide technical direction to less experienced engineers and mentor new engineersPerform as reviewing engineer to provide technical guidance and approval of less experienced engineers’ workApply experience to innovate effective control solutions to support business needsHigh experience developing first of kind and highly customized technical solutionsExpert knowledge of manufacturing practices and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to produce high-quality and cost-effective product designs using solid modeling computer aided design (CAD) softwareExpert at creation and maintenance of material masters and bills of material in the business information system and reviewing others’ work in this areaProvide effective customer support related to project deliverablesProvide expert technical sales support for generation of customer proposalsDevelop instructions for product installation and commissioning for field servicesEnsure compliance with internal and industry technical regulations, standards, and other regulatory requirementsHigh experience interacting with customers and suppliers requiredDrive overall architecture, top level design, verification, validation, and commissioning requirement to be used by global functional engineersEnsure adequate system safety, function, performance, interface, reliability, and maintainability requirements are metSupport and influence comprehensive test plans for system verification and validationDrive consistent solutions across all controls scopeCollaborate with and maintain close, responsive, and productive working relationships with internal and external customers 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical EngineeringMinimum of 10 years of design experience in packaged systems engineering 

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

Strong understanding of steam, gas, and hydro turbine and plant control systems operationHigh engineering experience in nuclear and fossil steam turbine and/or gas turbine auxiliary equipment and applicationsExpert in applying engineering principles to analyze, design and troubleshoot packaged systems associated with control system retrofits for steam and gas turbinesHigh experience in review of contracting documentation and customer specifications, with experience creating equipment specifications and detailed design documentation for the development of appropriate physical product solutionsField engineering experience with turbine control retrofits a strong plusExpertise in machining practices, GD&T, design for manufacturability and lean manufacturingExpert with Autodesk Inventor, Unigraphics, SolidWorks or similar solid modeling design softwareProficiency in the following additional software applications / platforms:     MATLAB, Visual Basic, Excel Macros     Autodesk 2D and 3D CAD software     Microsoft Access, Visio, and Office Suite     Microsoft Windows     SAP or other ERP systems     PLM systemsNuclear power generation controls or plant operational experience

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Application Deadline: December 28, 2026 

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $124,500.00 and $207,700.00. 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 30, 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.