GE Vernova develops and delivers technologies for the global energy sector, helping power systems meet demand while reducing emissions. Its portfolio spans gas, hydro, nuclear, and wind power solutions, bringing together large-scale engineering, manufacturing, and energy expertise. For job seekers, the company offers opportunities to work on infrastructure and technologies supporting more reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon electricity.
Senior Plant Controls System Architect – GE Vernova (Onsite, Schenectady)
Lead integrated Plant Controls architecture for GE Vernova power projects, spanning Steam Turbine, BOP, and HRSG systems. Direct software development, design reviews, commissioning support, and plant-wide controls integration.
Description
- Oversee Plant Controls development for customer power projects
- Lead the design, development, execution, and validation of Plant Controls software for Steam Turbine, BOP, and HRSG systems
- Create and maintain documentation and work instructions for Plant Controls software requisition processes
- Lead milestone design reviews and verify ST/GT/BOP interface logic, unit master coordination, load dispatch, and other cross-system integration points
- Provide technical direction and mentorship to Plant Controls software engineers
- Help field teams resolve commissioning Engineering Report cases involving plant-wide controls, startup sequencing, and interlock verification
- Build and maintain relationships across Gas Power and Power Conversion Engineering communities
- Deliver productivity and process improvements for the Plant Controls team
- Collect requirements and deliver quality products on schedule for plant startups and commissioning milestones
- Coordinate ICDs, signal lists, and functional design specifications for integrated plant solutions
- Oversee plant-level protection logic, unit sequencing, auxiliary controls, and emissions-related control strategies
- Support the development and review of Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests
- Partner with project management and ITO/OTR teams on Plant Controls software scope, schedule, and quality
- Oversee execution from ITO through OTR and commissioning, using lean principles to resolve problems and improve quality
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or related Engineering
- At least 8 years of controls development experience on the Mark VIe platform
- Plant Controls experience spanning at least two of Steam Turbine Controls, Balance of Plant Controls, and HRSG Controls
- Expertise in Plant Controls or Combined Cycle Controls, including steam turbine startup and shutdown sequences, BOP auxiliary logic, and HRSG control strategies
- Familiarity with unit master load control, frequency response, NOx and CO emissions compliance, and grid code requirements
- Leadership experience guiding software development teams in a multidisciplinary Plant Controls environment
- Experience collaborating across mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines in a global matrixed organization
- Strong communication skills and experience leading customer meetings, including FAT/SAT reviews and commissioning readiness discussions
- Systems integration experience across GT, ST, BOP, and HRSG subsystems
- Ability to lead improvement initiatives and apply lessons learned
- Knowledge of power plant thermodynamics and the ability to translate process behavior into control design solutions
- Experience supporting combined-cycle or cogeneration plant commissioning and resolving real-time field control issues
- Familiarity with NFPA 85, NERC reliability standards, and applicable IEC/IEEE control system standards
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
- Successful completion of a drug screen, where applicable
Benefits
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Access to a Health Coach
- Employee Assistance Program offering confidential 24/7 assessment, counseling, and referral services
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
- Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings with company matching contributions
- 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
- Professional development opportunities
- Relocation assistance is not provided