Principal Engineer - Controls Engineering

GE Vernova • Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

The Principal Engineer - I&C (Instrumentation & Controls) Systems works within the Services I&C Engineering team of the GE Vernova Hitachi (GVH) Engineering organization. The I&C Systems team is responsible for designing and implementing I&C systems for Nuclear Power Plants. The I&C Systems team have strong interfaces with electronic hardware, software, and plant I&C system operations. This role requires technical problem solving, system architecture development/implementation skills and effective communication/collaboration with other teams within the GVH business functions to deliver on key I&C customer initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Discipline (Computer Programming, Electrical or similar).
• Minimum 8 years as a recognized practitioner and subject matter expert (SME) in I&C system engineering design and implementation
• Willingness to travel 1 week/month to Wilmington, NC (Relocation to Wilmington, NC preferred).
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Operating at a senior level within an organization
• Excellent writing and verbal communications skills
• Master’s degree or PhD in an engineering or technical discipline
• Experience in the nuclear industry or I&C focused highly regulated industry (i.e. Aerospace)
• Considered an expert in safety related I&C systems
• Familiar with the GVH NUMAC product line design, functions, and applications in rod control, power range, and instrumentation control.
• Experience with the use/application of Coding conventions and guidelines to Software development and for code review.
• Knowledge of quality standards and systems (e.g., NQA-1 and ISO 9000)
• Problem solving skills; Lean training/experience is preferred
• Strong organization skills

Responsibilities

• Recognized technical expert in safety related instrumentation & control (I&C) embedded systems, design, architecture, hardware, and software integrated solutions using modern and legacy technology.
• Remains cognizant of general knowledge of relevant nuclear regulatory endorsed safety related systems, inclusive of IEEE, IEC, ASME NQA-1 and other standards.
• Provide technical consultation on various next generation I&C technology development programs throughout the business.
• Works closely with the Chief Consulting Engineer’s office and related consulting engineers across engineering for I&C systems application
• Lead and provide the key technical direction to large projects with critical business impact.
• Maintain an active role in developing and defining the state-of-the-art I&C system technology for new product introduction, BWR fleet I&C system upgrades, cost improvements and problem resolution to meet current and future business needs.
• Support other GVH businesses, internal & external customers, and suppliers as required.
• Provide technical consultation to cross-functional teams throughout the business to improve or resolve design, process, product center, supplier, or field issues.
• Effectively communicate and provide recommendations through the analysis, preparation, and presentation of technical data to internal and external GVH customers.
• Provide technical guidance, direction and training to new and experienced systems engineers, specialists, technicians, and co-ops

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level