Job Description Summary
Who We Are
Solar and Storage Solutions provides reliable, affordable and dispatchable integration of renewable energies. The business unit, part of GE Vernova, works with utilities and developers to create Solar and Storage Solutions power networks, which combine renewable sources, efficient energy storage and software to create a more predictable supply of renewable electrons.
Why We Come To Work
Our team is dedicated to making a difference and creating a more sustainable future for all. We foster a dynamic and inclusive work environment where everyone is valued and can thrive. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career in the clean energy industry, we invite you to join our team and be a part of a company that is making a real difference in the world.
Role Summary
The Controls Requisition Engineer works as part of the Solar & Storage Solution controls engineering team in an international environment and will be responsible for validation, field implementation and maintenance of GEV's Solar, BESS and Hybrid Software and Control Systems for Projects. This includes but it is not limited to AC system, DC system, Building, SCADA, Unit level control and Plant level controls up to and including interfaces with the upper-level customer control systems.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
- Execute controls deliverables including controls software, software validation, commissioning support for Solar, Battery energy storage system (BESS) & Hybrid Plant Control System
- Support on-site startup and integration of various systems to our hardware software.
- Track overall status of controls deliverables for the assigned projects to meet goals of the control team.
- Work closely with Project Manager and customers to drive requirements and customer satisfaction.
- Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with customers with confidence and clarity.
- Develop, improve, and administer customer overview and operational training material for the control system.
- Work across the Hybrid engineering and services organizations to prepare documentation for installation, commissioning, and operations for use by internal GEV employees and our customers.
- Ability to work as a team to design, develop and deploy the control hardware configuration for each project and design the communication network, including but not limited to DI/DO, Ethernet, FO etc.
- Support problem identification and resolution of new and installed products.
- Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical /Electronics/Instrumentation/Controls Engineering / Science or in STEM from an accredited college or university
- Minimum of 4 years of experience with developing software & controls with high-level software languages, Project Execution.
- Desired Characteristics
- Strong knowledge of or familiarity with GEV's MarkVIe product family and of GEV's Toolbox ST, Workstation ST, Cimplicity software (SCADA), Simulink.
- Demonstrated Software ability in Solar, energy storage, Plant level controls, validation and verification, formal methods, systems integration, advanced controls, or related technologies.
- Familiarity with standard industrial protocols such as OPC-UA, Modbus, EGD, Profibus & CAN bus etc.
- Knowledge of communication networks (copper, FO) and their design, Software and Hardware.
- Demonstrated implementation of controls or systems integration in products and field engineering experience.
- Ability to summarize and communicate complex technical information.
- Strong problem analysis and resolution skills
- Curiosity, passion for excellence, drive to deliver on-time.
- Knowledge of power conversion systems and controls.
- Present technical plans in voice of customer
- Experience working cross-functionally between Engineering, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Logistics, Product Management, etc.
- Self-start attitude is strongly asked.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
