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Lead I&C (Instrumentation & Controls) Embedded Software Engineer

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Overview

The I&C (Instrumentation & Controls) Embedded Software Engineer works within the I&C Engineering team of the GE Hitachi (GEH) Engineering organization. The I&C team is responsible for designing and implementing I&C electronic hardware and software for I&C systems for Nuclear Power Plants. The I&C software team has strong interfaces with electronic hardware design and plant system operations. This role requires technical problem solving, strong software skills and effective communication/collaboration with other teams within the GEH business functions.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative solutions and reduce complexity to create accurate and effective solutions for complex engineering problems.
• Prepare design specifications, develop software, perform module testing and integration testing of the design. Perform code reviews and verifications of design specifications and reports.
• Engage customers to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks.
• Work with the technical leader to establish an effective work plan, including time estimates, schedule estimates, requirements and work processes.
• Apply engineering fundamentals and first-order engineering principles to establish and/or confirm expected performance.
• Provide clear and complete analysis documentation in accordance with GE engineering procedures.
• Manage time effectively to deliver quality results within the expected project timeline and communicate status to leadership.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in electrical, computer or software engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in embedded software development, including knowledge of common programming languages and software development tools (version control, IDEs, debuggers, etc.).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with coding conventions, unit testing and integration testing of software.

Eligibility Requirements

• The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered within 200 miles of Wilmington, NC.
• Ability to come onsite as needed for testing operations.
• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• Solves technical challenges through application of common design patterns and identifying appropriate patterns for use in problem solving.
• Effective use of data structures and algorithms.
• Experience understanding coding standards that meet and deliver desired functionality using project technology.
• Leadership experience inside and/or outside the classroom.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Contributes to creative solutions and challenges the status quo.
• Proactively learns new tools and promotes their adoption.

Compensation and Benefits

The base pay range for this position is $86k - $112k. The specific pay offered may be influenced by experience, education, and skill set. This position is eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. The company provides a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage; Health Coach access; 24/7 nurse-based resource; and Employee Assistance Program. Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and access to Fidelity resources; tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time off for vacation or illness. Relocation assistance is provided as applicable.

Additional Information

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 other characteristics protected by law. This role is remote where allowed; some locations may be required to work on site. 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.