Lead Sensor and Controls Hardware Engineer

Greenville, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 89300 - 148700

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description Summary

The Lead Sensor and Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the wind turbine controls hardware architecture and components. This includes the wind turbine and wind plant controller the I/O hardware turbine and plant sensors and communication devices. You will own controls hardware components and support them through the whole product lifecycle.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsible for technical design of wind turbine controls hardware including sensors (temperature proximity vibration etc.) I/O and communication hardware
Define specifications and requirements for sensors and communication systems and cabinets
Responsible for continuous development of proper engineering documentation including bills of material drawings specifications manufacturing & field instructions guidelines etc.
Define test and validation requirements. Support and execute lab testing
Work with suppliers and site teams on component root cause analysis. Lead turbine retrofits and upgrades for wind turbines
Support product development programs design review discussions and present relevant design details to chief engineers for evaluation and approval
Occasionally travel to site to support product testing and/or customer issues

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering Mechanical Engineering or similar field with Renewable Energy emphasis preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in sensor electrical electronic controls or power systems design

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time

Desired Characteristics:

Experience with large power generation equipment vibration monitoring systems
Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Demonstrated ability to lead projects in a global matrix organization
Experience with industrial communication protocols such as PROFIBUS PROFINET MODBUS OPC-UA and IEC-61850
Understanding of data acquisition systems remote monitoring and SCADA
Experience in wind turbines design specifically in control hardware and software
Experience with technical drawings documentation and BOM structure
Ability to succeed in a global team environment
Self-starter who delivers results with minimal supervision
Strong oral and written communication skills

GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position the pay range for this position is between $89300.00 and $148700.00. 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 candidates 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 January 29 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.

Required Experience:

Job Description SummaryThe Lead Sensor and Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the wind turbine controls hardware architecture and components. This includes the wind turbine and wind plant controller the I/O hardware turbine and plant sensors and communication devices. You will own control...

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsible for technical design of wind turbine controls hardware including sensors (temperature proximity vibration etc.) I/O and communication hardware
Define specifications and requirements for sensors and communication systems and cabinets
Responsible for continuous development of proper engineering documentation including bills of material drawings specifications manufacturing & field instructions guidelines etc.
Define test and validation requirements. Support and execute lab testing
Work with suppliers and site teams on component root cause analysis. Lead turbine retrofits and upgrades for wind turbines
Support product development programs design review discussions and present relevant design details to chief engineers for evaluation and approval
Occasionally travel to site to support product testing and/or customer issues

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering Mechanical Engineering or similar field with Renewable Energy emphasis preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in sensor electrical electronic controls or power systems design

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time

Desired Characteristics:

Experience with large power generation equipment vibration monitoring systems
Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Demonstrated ability to lead projects in a global matrix organization
Experience with industrial communication protocols such as PROFIBUS PROFINET MODBUS OPC-UA and IEC-61850
Understanding of data acquisition systems remote monitoring and SCADA
Experience in wind turbines design specifically in control hardware and software
Experience with technical drawings documentation and BOM structure
Ability to succeed in a global team environment
Self-starter who delivers results with minimal supervision
Strong oral and written communication skills

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on January 29 2026.

Required Experience:

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