Job Description Summary
The Senior Controls Engineer – Energy Storage Systems serves as a key member of the New Product Introduction (NPI) Controls Engineering Team within GE Vernova, operating in a global and collaborative environment. This role is responsible for developing and delivering innovative controls solutions for new Energy Storage initiatives while driving the continuous improvement of existing Solar & Storage Solutions. Scope of responsibility includes, but is not limited to, AC and DC systems, power conversion systems, plant-level controls, and integration with customer and supervisory control systems, ensuring reliable, scalable, and high-performing control architectures across the product portfolio.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Lead technical innovation and influence product direction for energy storage systems.
- Lead development and validation of energy storage systems including auxiliary systems e.g. chillers, BMS.
- Mentor other team members and provide technical oversight for development work.
- Drive performance and reliability enhancements back to the product.
- Understand the rules and regulations associated with regional electricity markets.
- Support problem identification and resolution of new and installed products.
- Have close interaction with customers to drive requirements and customer satisfaction.
- Interface with senior leadership with confidence and clarity.
- Work across engineering and services organizations to prepare product-level documentation for installation, commissioning, and operations for use by internal GE employees and our customers.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in STEM field from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience with developing software & controls, with minimum 2 years dedicated to energy storage systems.
Eligibility Requirements
- The preferred work location for US-based candidates is Niskayuna, NY; however, highly qualified remote candidates within the United States will be considered.
Desired Characteristics
- Expert-level knowledge of energy storage controls, validation and verification, formal design methodology, systems integration, advanced controls or related technologies.
- Expert in the application of GE’s MarkVIe product family and of GE’s Cimplicity software (SCADA).
- Knowledge of power conversion systems and controls.
- Knowledge of communication networks (copper, FO) and their design, SW and Hardware.
- Familiarity with standard industrial protocols such as OPC-UA and Modbus, as well as standard messaging protocols such as MQTT.
- Experience with Matlab, Simulink, and/or Python.
- Familiarity with Agile software development methodology.
- Technical project leadership experience.
- Experience working cross-functionally between Engineering, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Logistics, Product Management, etc.
- Strong ability to summarize and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences while articulating technical plans in a manner that reflects customer needs,
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, combined with a passion for excellence and a proven ability to deliver high-quality results on schedule.
- Self-start attitude.
https://www.ge.com/renewableenergy/Solar and Storage Solutions
GE Vernova’s Solar and Storage Solutions business provides innovative technologies to a reliable, affordable and dispatchable integration of renewable energies, driving the transition to a clean energy future.
By integrating renewable energy generation sources with one another (i.e. Wind + Solar) and/or energy storage, dispatchable, competitive green MWhs can be enabled through intelligent plant and system design, software & controls, and O&M synergies.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: October 30, 2026For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 06, 2026.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. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
