Senior Plant Controls Engineer - Global Design Leader

Overview Global Design Leader – Plant Controls is responsible for leading extended‑scope controls engineering projects through kick‑off, hardware design, software development, commissioning, and commercial plant operation. The GDL will support the requisition, design, structuring, validation, and commissioning of control systems for GT, Bottoming Cycle (HRSG & ST) and Balance of Plant (BOP). This role, in addition to closely collaborating with internal and external customers, is essential to driving a team culture of technical depth, contemporary leadership, on‑time quality execution, and a customer‑focused mindset. Responsibilities Be an empowered project‑level decision maker. Own projects from ITO‑COD for high‑risk complex projects as defined by internal risk review. Support ITO/Proposal efforts. Work and lead in an Agile software methodology. Support and influence product requirements definition. Lead globally and be accountable for overall Control System Requirements definition and management. Drive overall architecture, top‑level design, verification, validation, and commissioning requirements. Ensure adequate system function, performance, interface, reliability, maintainability, and safety requirements, goals, and margins are defined and managed. Support and influence comprehensive test plans for system verification and validation, new‑article and customer system software acceptance tests (SwATs), site pre‑operation, startup, and commissioning. Coordinate flow‑down of internal and external customer requirements/tasks. Partner with Project Managers to establish projects baseline master schedule and cost roll‑ups. Lead and promote customer discussions/reviews for an improved controls solution, customer experience, and expectations. Drive consistent solutions across all controls (GT, ST, HRSG, BOP, Electrical). Demonstrate system‑level thinking. Lead fulfillment teams with an inclusive adaptable style—able to quickly learn diverse and varying organizational interfaces with professional astuteness and agility. Collaborate with and maintain close, responsive, and productive working relationships with internal GE groups and external customers. Be accountable for controls cost and schedule targets working with functional managers. Provide clear communication to the team and the business leaders. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering from an accredited college or university. 10 years work experience in the combined cycle power plant industry, controls. Experience in design and application of GE power generation controls, electrical, or accessory systems. Experience in power generation requisition, working with customers, project management, or EPCs. System integration experience. Proven oral and written communication and presentation skills to the team and business leaders. Gas turbine, steam turbine, and/or plant controls knowledge/experience. Demonstrated ability to independently drive projects to completion. Demonstrated technical writing expertise. Demonstrated experience in working successfully in technical leadership of a diverse team. Benefits Competitive compensation with a pay range between $113,200 and $188,800 (inclusive of geographic differential). Discretionary annual bonus eligibility. Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach and Employee Assistance Program. 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions. Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr LS3002 GE Vernova Operations LLC