Lead I&C (Instrumentation & Controls) Embedded Software Engineer
About The Position
The Lead Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Embedded Software Engineer works within the I&C Engineering team of the GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) Engineering organization. The I&C team designs and implements electronic hardware and software for instrumentation and control systems used in nuclear power plants. The software team interfaces closely with electronic hardware design and plant system operations. The role requires technical problem-solving, strong software skills, and effective communication and collaboration across GVH business functions. The engineer delivers high-quality engineering software, including design specifications, software development, module and integration testing, code reviews, and verification of design specifications and reports. The position engages customers to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks. It also includes software integration testing using Hardware-in-the-Loop simulation and end-to-end operational testing; planning work with technical leaders; documenting analysis in accordance with GVH procedures; communicating work status to leadership; mentoring junior staff; and managing multiple priorities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, or software engineering from an accredited college or university.
- At least 5 years of experience in embedded software development.
- Deep working knowledge of the C programming language and software development tools, including GitLab version control, IDEs, and debuggers.
- At least 5 years of experience with C coding conventions, unit testing, and software integration testing.
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of C coding standards and familiarity with MISRA-C.
- Ability to solve technical challenges using common design patterns and identify suitable patterns for problem-solving.
- Effective use of data structures and algorithms.
- Leadership experience inside or outside the classroom.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to articulate clearly.
- Contributes creative solutions and challenges the status quo.
- Proactively learns new tools, identifies opportunities for improvement, and promotes adoption of improvements.
- Experience developing software in an industry-standard environment such as DO-178 or SEAL.
- Knowledge of common development paradigms such as Agile and Waterfall.
Responsibilities
- Develop creative, effective solutions that reduce complexity when addressing complex engineering problems.
- Prepare design specifications, develop software, and perform module and integration testing.
- Perform code reviews and verify design specifications and reports.
- Engage customers to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks.
- Perform software integration testing using Hardware-in-the-Loop simulation and full end-to-end operational testing.
- Work with the technical leader to establish work plans, time and schedule estimates, requirements, and work processes.
- Apply engineering fundamentals and first-order engineering principles to establish or confirm expected performance.
- Provide clear and complete analysis documentation in accordance with GVH engineering procedures.
- Manage time and priorities to deliver quality work within project timelines.
- Communicate work activity status effectively to leadership.
- Provide leadership and mentoring to junior staff.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Health Coach and 24/7 nurse-based resource
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with 401(k) savings opportunity, company matching contributions, and company retirement contributions
- Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
- Tuition assistance
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- 12 paid holidays
- Permissive time off
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Relocation assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
