Senior Engineer - Robotics and Autonomous Systems - Vernova Research
About The Position
The Senior Engineer is a senior technical contributor on the Robotics & Computer Vision team at GE Vernova Advanced Research. The role develops robotics, autonomy, and intelligent-system technologies supporting decarbonization, electrification, and renewable energy. Working with Advanced Research, GE Vernova businesses, U.S. government agencies, and external collaborators, the engineer helps shape and execute research and development programs from concept through prototyping, validation, technical leadership, and transition into real-world applications. This hands-on, interdisciplinary role contributes technical expertise across robotics system design, autonomy, perception, manipulation, integration, and human–robot interaction. The engineer helps shape technical vision, intellectual property strategy, and external research opportunities, while building prototypes and validating technologies for industrial and energy-related challenges. The position also involves cross-functional and external collaboration, technical mentorship, proposal development, communication of results, and support for the transition of research technologies into product, manufacturing, or field environments. The position is on-site at GE Vernova Advanced Research in Niskayuna, New York. Relocation assistance is provided.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience, or a master's degree in the same fields with at least 8 years of relevant professional experience.
- Significant experience in robotics, autonomous systems, or related interdisciplinary engineering fields.
- Demonstrated record of technical innovation in robotics, such as publications, patents, prototypes, or deployed systems.
- Experience developing robotic systems in one or more of these areas: robot design, motion planning, perception, manipulation, controls, system integration, or human–robot interaction.
- Ability to execute complex technical projects and work effectively across functions, teams, and organizational levels.
- Demonstrated leadership in technical programs, project execution, or research initiatives.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Willingness to work on-site at GE Vernova Advanced Research in Niskayuna, New York.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States. The employer will not sponsor work visas at the master's degree level for this opening.
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D., particularly for candidates focused on advanced research leadership or externally sponsored R&D.
- Experience developing patentable intellectual property and supporting patent prosecution.
- Experience writing successful R&D proposals, particularly for U.S. government agencies or other externally funded research programs.
- Experience transitioning technologies from research and prototyping into product, manufacturing, or field deployment environments.
- Familiarity with experimental design, validation methods, and rigorous test practices.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary environments and across organizational boundaries.
- Creative problem-solving skills and a hands-on, execution-oriented approach.
- Ability to influence technical direction through expertise, collaboration, and credibility rather than formal authority alone.
- Strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and interest in long-term impact through industrial research.
- Adaptability, resilience, and comfort working in evolving technical and programmatic environments.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior technical contributor on a multidisciplinary team developing advanced robotics and autonomous systems.
- Mentor and coach early-career team members and developing technologists.
- Invent, design, and develop functional systems and tools across robot system design, motion planning, perception, manipulation, system integration, and human–robot interaction.
- Contribute technical expertise to novel robotics capabilities aligned with GE Vernova business and research priorities.
- Build and demonstrate prototype systems addressing industrial and energy-related challenges.
- Evaluate concepts through hands-on prototyping, experimentation, and technical validation.
- Translate emerging robotics technologies into practical applications through system development and testing.
- Collaborate with product managers, chief engineers, researchers, and business teams to define needs, requirements, and development priorities.
- Work with government agencies, industry, national laboratories, academic partners, and other external collaborators on advanced technology programs.
- Support alignment of technical development with longer-term product and process roadmaps.
- Help shape the technical vision and strategic direction for robotics and autonomous systems with Advanced Research senior leadership and technology managers.
- Identify opportunities for robotics and intelligent systems to create differentiated impact for GE Vernova businesses.
- Contribute to the growth of the Robotics & Computer Vision organization through technical leadership and strategic engagement.
- Develop intellectual property through prior-art analysis, invention generation, disclosure writing, and support for patent applications.
- Develop experimental evidence supporting intellectual property and technical claims.
- Prepare reports and presentations, contribute to publications, and participate in professional communities where appropriate.
- Build working relationships across Advanced Research and GE Vernova businesses and foster productive internal and external partnerships.
- Identify, shape, and pursue external research and commercial opportunities in robotics and autonomy.
- Lead or contribute to proposals for government-funded and strategic R&D programs, including serving as principal investigator where appropriate.
- Communicate technical approaches in line with sponsor and customer priorities.
- Deliver presentations, technical reports, and other communications to leadership, business teams, government agencies, and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to peer-reviewed publications and professional society engagement where aligned with business and research objectives.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Prescription drug coverage
- 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching 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
- Professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
