Senior Research Engineer - Controls TS Clearance Required

GE Vernova•Elgin Township, IL

1d•$113,200 - $188,800

About The Position

GE Vernova is seeking a Senior Research Engineer to advance modeling, control, and optimization technologies for its energy portfolio, including renewables, gas power, grid solutions, and power conversion. The role combines research with practical engineering applications, developing algorithms and systems that can move from the lab into products for utilities and grid operators. It is a senior individual-contributor position with team leadership responsibilities, embedded in GE Vernova’s research organization and connected to partners in industry, academia, and U.S. government agencies, including DOE and DOD. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to research in advanced controls, optimization, estimation, and detection; validate solutions through simulation and hands-on testing; and document results through patents, publications, and technical reports. The role also transfers mature technologies to engineering teams, tracks emerging systems-technology developments, and collaborates across GE Research, GE Vernova business units, and external partners. A Top Secret security clearance and legal authorization to work in the United States are required. GE Vernova cannot sponsor employment visas for Master's-level candidates for this opening. Candidates subject to restrictions under U.S. export control laws may be ineligible unless they meet the stated exception for U.S. person status or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The role involves a client’s critical infrastructure and shortlisted candidates are subject to heightened security checks.

Requirements

A doctorate in an engineering field with significant experience in advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithm design; or a master's degree in an engineering field with 10 or more years of experience in the same domain.
Deep technical knowledge in one or more of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms.
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and at least one of C, C++, or Python.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing algorithmic solutions for complex physical systems, such as mechanical systems, chemical plants, power systems, transportation, or aviation.
A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
Top Secret security clearance.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

Experience with real-time implementation of system solutions across varied hardware platforms.
Familiarity with machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques applied in a controls context.
Experience developing cybersecurity algorithms for industrial control systems.
Proficiency in source code management using Git/GitHub.
Experience contributing to government funding applications and project proposals.
Experience leading project teams, including scheduling, milestone tracking, and technical reviews.
Demonstrated ability to advance an idea from concept through product application.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional research teams and contribute as a senior individual contributor to developing advanced controls, optimization, estimation, and detection algorithms for GE Vernova's energy businesses.
Validate solutions through simulation and hands-on testing on target systems, ensuring they meet technical and operational requirements.
Document work through patent applications, peer-reviewed publications, and technical reports.
Transfer mature technologies to GE Vernova engineering teams for integration into next-generation products and services.
Monitor emerging systems-technology developments and identify new research directions and application opportunities.
Collaborate with GE Research colleagues, GE Vernova business units, and external partners from academia, industry, and government.
Lead project teams, including scheduling, milestone tracking, and technical reviews, as a preferred qualification.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Health and wellness programs, including access to Health Coach from GE Vernova and a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) 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, structured on-the-job learning, and development pathways.