Lead Automation Controls Design Engineer

GE Vernova•Findlay Township, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

GE Vernova’s Power Conversion Division provides Electrical power conversion systems for various renewables, industry, marine, and Oil & Gas applications. Typical scope includes MV & LV drives, motors, transformers, E-house, switchgear, and control as well as the associated power systems engineering. The Automation Controls Engineer’s role would be to develop system solutions in function block programming for metals and industrial markets. In this role you will be responsible for major and complex project execution with long-term business implications, provide technical support to sales and customers, developing of software, and hardware solutions, while following the completed and tested design to the field for installation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Control Systems, or a related field or a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
Must not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PLC programming concepts (e.g., ladder logic, function block diagrams) and hands-on experience in HMI/SCADA development.
Competence in at least one programming language (e.g., ladder logic, function block, ) is preferred.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and resolve challenges in automation systems effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to collaborate efficiently with team members and articulate ideas clearly.
Capacity to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing project requirements and deadlines.
Self-motivated and proactive approach to learning and taking ownership of tasks.
A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute ideas and support team goals.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior engineers to develop, test, and deploy programmable logic controller (PLC) programs, ensuring seamless automation and control of machinery and equipment across various industrial settings.
Design intuitive human-machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, empowering operators to efficiently monitor and manage industrial processes.
Contribute to the design and development of hardware components, including sensors, actuators, and control systems, adhering to global industry standards and ensuring reliability and performance.
Conduct rigorous testing and meticulous debugging of PLC programs and hardware systems, swiftly identifying and resolving issues to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of PLC programs, hardware designs, and system configurations, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer and streamlined project management.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assist in the execution of automation and control projects, providing technical support during system installation, commissioning, and post-implementation phases.

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, 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
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off
Relocation Assistance Provided