Lead Validation Engineer - Embedded

GE Vernova•Roanoke, VA

1d•$89,300 - $148,700

About The Position

Responsible for designing, developing, and testing embedded software (firmware), platforms, and systems that control and run on devices tailored to the hardware they operate. This work involves real-time functions of physical devices such as motors, alternators, engines, valves, and fans, and requires understanding the controlled devices, their real-time functions, and the software logic needed to realize those functions. The role supports products and services across various P&Ls, impacts departmental operations, and is responsible for planning and execution. It has some autonomy while focusing on execution within standard functional practices and procedures, with some judgment exercised under guidance. The Lead Validation Engineer ensures software product quality by creating and applying embedded software quality tests to features, groups of features, or entire feature areas. The role works independently and contributes to the immediate team and other teams across businesses. It also involves setting up electrical equipment for tests, developing technical expertise, and providing informal guidance to new team members. This is an individual-contributor role requiring interpersonal skills and the ability to execute work with guidance when needed. GE Vernova describes its work environment as offering professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Relocation assistance is provided. The position is for candidates legally authorized to work in the United States, and any offer is conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with the additional qualification text incomplete in the posting.
At least 4 years of experience in a technical or leadership role.
2 years of experience with C# and C++ code development and/or experience with the Reqnroll BDD framework, or experience testing complex control systems.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
Established project management skills.

Nice To Haves

Basic electrical circuits knowledge.

Responsibilities

Create and apply embedded software (firmware) quality tests to a feature, set of features, or whole feature area.
Set up electrical equipment for tests.
Execute work using prior experience and acquired technical expertise to support policy and strategy.
Use understanding of business drivers and team integration to accomplish work and contribute to the area.
Analyze problems and propose solutions outside set parameters when appropriate, with guidance.
Provide informal guidance to new team members.
Plan and execute activities within standard functional practices and procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with a 401(k) savings opportunity, 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.
Discretionary annual bonus.
Relocation assistance.