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Lead Engineer -Electronics and Test Engineer

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Lead Engineer -Electronics and Test Engineer

Wilmington, NC

Job Description Summary

In this role, the Engineer will develop specifications, testing, inspections, & documentation for electronics components & their replacement parts for nuclear power plant applications. They will interface with Sourcing and Quality personnel and with suppliers & GE product departments.

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support the team in resolving technical issues in support of current projects, equipment under test, or in-service platforms;
  • Ensure on time delivery of detailed design and technical support for manufacturing & tests;
  • Provide power electronic solutions for products & projects;
  • Demonstrate your analog and digital electronics design knowledge managing requirements, designing, verifying and testing power distribution and controls products.
  • Use your knowledge of the product development lifecycle to provide technical support to the team and the wider business.
  • Have excellent technical problem solving skills; to be able to assess problems thoroughly and drive logical conclusions (i.e. common sense approach, not embarrassed to ask the "obvious" questions).
  • Develop manual or automated production test procedures to ensure product's reliability and functionality.
  • Provide technical support to technicians for various testing activities.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronic engineering from an accredited university/college, equivalent qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of power electronics experience in an Engineering position
  • Minimum of 3 years experience with National Instruments LabVIEW and TestStand

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

  • This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

DESIRED:

  • Self-starter, energizing, results oriented, and able to multi-task
  • Eager to learn and expand skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent teamwork, coordination and communication skills
  • Demonstrated Technical Leadership in integration activities
  • Experience in Nuclear Industry
  • Ability and willingness to travel as needed
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-organizational teams and with suppliers
  • Knowledge of electronics design and development activities including exposure to design for manufacture & test-methodologies.
  • Be familiar with technologies in power switching and control circuitry.
  • Experience in diagnostic troubleshooting of both Analog and Digital Electronics.
  • Hands on experience with measurement instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.
  • Programming experience in LabView.
  • Experience using automated test systems and writing automated test programs.
  • Experience writing Technical Documents.

The base pay range for this position is $ 86k - 112k. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 3/19/2025.

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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: Yes

Client-provided location(s): Wilmington, NC, USA
Job ID: GE_Vernova-1354087871
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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