Job Description Summary
As Control Systems Research Engineer, you will enable the Energy Transition through the development of models, advanced controls, optimization, estimation, and detection technologies. You will contribute to R&D programs aligned with GE Vernova's energy businesses such as Renewable Energy, Gas Power, Grid Solutions, and Power Conversion as well as with U.S. Government Agencies such as the Department of Energy and the Department of Defense. The technologies developed under these programs will be matured and transitioned into GE business products where they drive breakthrough impact for our company, our customers, and our society. Are you ready to join our world-class team of researchers and do you have "The Energy to Change the World"?
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As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business's mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future.
Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova's businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy-focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
As a Control Systems Research Engineer, you will:
- Work independently as well as in diverse teams to develop and apply advanced technology solutions to GE Vernova products and services using modeling, advanced controls, optimization, estimation, AI/ML, Generative AI /LLM and detection technologies.
- Develop, validate, and deploy AI algorithms using large datasets to train the algorithms.
- Validate performance of developed solutions through simulations and application on target systems.
- Document technology and results through patent applications, technical reports, and publications.
- Stay current with advances in system technologies to seek out new ideas and applications.
- Work in a team environment with colleagues across GE Research, GE Vernova, and partners from industry, academia, and government agencies.
Required Qualifications:
- Doctorate degree in an Engineering or related field with experience in design of advanced controls, optimization, AI/ML, estimation, or detection algorithms or a Master's degree in an Engineering or related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience in design of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms.
- Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques and the application of those in a Controls context
- Experience designing and implementing AI algorithms using large datasets to train the models.
- Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and C, C++, or Python.
- Proficiency in Pytorch / tensorflow and LLM stack (OpenAI toolset / Langchain / Langraph)
- Knowledge and application of advanced controls, optimization, estimation, or detection algorithms coupled with AI/ML experience
- Demonstrated experience (algorithm development and software implementation) in developing systems solutions for complex physical systems (e.g., mechanical systems, chemical plants, power systems, transportation, aviation systems).
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
- Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either "U.S. person" status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.
- Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.careers.gevernova.com to be considered.
Desired Characteristics:
- Experience with real-time implementation of system solutions in a variety of hardware platforms
- Experience developing controls solutions for industrial applications
- Experience developing cyber-security algorithms
- Exposure to industrial control hardware programming and industrial control software development
- Experience in development, validation and deployment of ML models
- Proficiency in source code management through git/github
- Experience with application for government funding and project proposal writing
- Experience with program management, which includes setting up schedules, milestones, technical reviews, tracking funding, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to take an innovative idea from a concept to a product
The salary range for this position is $88,600 - $130,000 USD, annually. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. This position will remain posted until at least March 3rd, 2025.
GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more.
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