Lead Gas Turbine Performance and Controls Engineer

GE Vernova • Greenville, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Aeroderivative Performance & Operability Engineering team operates at the intersection of engineering, commercial, and digital domains, covering project execution and model development for thermodynamic performance, emissions, fuel flexibility, and controls. We are launching a multi-year program to modernize the control philosophy for our Dry Low Emissions (DLE) aeroderivative gas turbines—shifting from field-heavy tuning to a physics- and data-informed, model-based control approach. As the Lead Gas Turbine Controls & Performance Engineer (DLE Combustion), you will own and execute the technical strategy for this transformation. You'll develop and oversee the NPSS model ecosystem (method creation, validation, software release, steady-state and transient applications), status-match models with field data, and architect the next-generation DLE control scheme. Working hands-on from concept through implementation with our Controls team, you'll reduce variability, cut field tuning time, and improve emissions and operability across the fleet. This is a systems-level role requiring collaboration across a multidisciplinary team to meet the evolving demands of the business and our customers.

Requirements

• This role requires advanced experience in the Engineering/Technology & Performance Engineering.
• Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
• Relocation to work in a hybrid model in Greenville, SC.

Nice To Haves

• Expert-level skills in transient thermodynamic cycle modeling, with extensive hands-on experience in NPSS.
• A deep understanding of gas turbine physics and system operability.
• Proven experience leading technical projects or initiatives.
• Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Track record delivering novel solutions to complex challenges.
• Direct experience with DLE combustion systems and control logic development.
• Experience in advanced control systems.
• Exposure to test planning, instrumentation, and emissions measurement.
• Familiarity with combustion dynamics/acoustics mitigation and emissions compliance.
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical strategy to engineers and non-specialists.

Responsibilities

• Own the Technical Strategy: Define and own the technical roadmap for the next-generation DLE control scheme; set milestones and validation gates aligned to a multi-year investment plan.
• Lead model development of simulations model (NPSS, Cantera, Python, Simulink) that capture physics of performance, operability, and emissions.
• Architect the control logic and produce the definitive concept and requirements package to guide Controls implementation.
• Drive cross-functional execution with Performance, Controls, Systems, Test, and Field teams to validate the strategy through simulation and testing.
• Increase the robustness of the control by integrate improved inputs and observability (e.g., Coriolis fuel metering, airflow characterization).
• Validation & Data Driven: Plan and execute data collection in Test Stand and field; use data to calibrate models, refine strategies, and quantify benefit.
• Identify and manage effectors and constraints (e.g., emissions/NOx, combustion dynamics, stability), expanding degrees of freedom where appropriate.

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees