Principal Software Engineer

Role Description

In this role, you will:

• Represent the forefront of high-quality solution design and delivery practices for advanced power system applications.
• Implement new functionalities and workflows within power system application software, including EMS (Energy Management System), WAMS (Wide Area Management System), and DTS (Dispatcher Training Simulator) applications.
• Maintain power systems application functionality through code fixes, documentation, and user interface enhancements.
• Collaborate with system and project engineers, frontend developers, and application developers to deliver solutions aligned with product strategy.
• Consult with other Engineering technical leads to ensure adherence to project-related system design guidelines.
• Author functional software designs.
• Provide input to leadership team regarding schedules and cost estimates.
• Interface with customers to address both general and specific issues within your area of expertise.
• Support marketing efforts through proposals and demonstrations for prospective clients.
• Mentor interns and junior staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with thesis or related work in power systems.
• 20 years development or delivery experience of Advanced Grid Power System applications.

Requirements

• Work and/or academic experience in the power systems area.
• Excellent programming skills in C++, Java or other related language, as required.
• Good understanding of database operation.
• Excellent knowledge of assigned technical area and a strong overview of the AEMS or WAMS area.
• Good understanding of power systems and/or energy management systems with focus on transmission Network Applications, Generation applications like State Estimation, Contingency Analysis, Optimal Power Flow or Dispatcher training Simulator.
• Subject Matter Expert on electric utility industry practices.
• Strong knowledge of customer perspective and needs.
• Very strong software design skills at the application and technical area level.
• Ability to see integration issues and to preclude schedule impacts.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to write professional and technical reports and procedures.
• Ability to make formal and informal presentations to technical and non-technical staff and customers.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Demonstrates a high degree of personal and professional integrity.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits including the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions.
• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Permissive time off.