Lead Control Systems Engineer

Lead Control Systems Engineer – GE Vernova Join to apply for the Lead Control Systems Engineer role at GE Vernova Job Description Summary GE Vernova’s Power Conversion & Storage business provides electrification systems that are critical to customers’ power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world’s major energy, maritime, and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives, and control technologies. Job Description As the Lead Control Systems Engineer, you will develop the Control Software for our range of Active Magnetic Bearings and Drive Systems. As a leading member of a multi‑disciplinary team of engineers, you will specify, design, code, and validate application software for cutting‑edge megawatt‑scale drive systems for Naval applications. Core Responsibilities Specifying, designing, coding, validating, and maintaining application software for MW‑scale power electronic drive systems. Capturing and translating high‑level design requirements into efficient and robust software. Designing, implementing, and testing control application software for converter systems and electrical drives. Simulating control systems (discrete/continuous) using MATLAB/Simulink. Writing application software for real‑time control of systems such as active magnetic bearings, electric motor drives, AC/DC converters, etc. Supporting commissioning and validation. Integrating control software into larger systems and verifying their functionality. Applying best‑practice engineering standards and developing robust design practices. Occasionally travelling to customer sites for meetings or equipment validation – typically a few times per year (a few days up to 2 weeks). Essential Qualifications British citizenship with a valid UK passport (UK‑only). Possession of or ability to obtain UK SC clearance. A relevant degree in Electrical, Electronics, Software Engineering or equivalent, or significant experience in an industrial software engineering environment. Fluency using MATLAB/Simulink. Sound knowledge of: Modelling continuous and discrete‑time control systems Analyzing Bode/Nyquist plots to determine stability margins Field‑oriented control principles of electrical machines Electrical drives and converters Good understanding of power electronics converter systems and power converter topologies (AC/DC, DC/AC, DC‑to‑DC, etc.). Experience writing control software for Variable Frequency Drives. Nice‑to‑have Experience Experience with advanced controls, e.g. LQR, robust control, multi‑variable feedback control systems. Experience modelling mechanical systems in Simscape/Simulink such as driveline shaft with torsional and bending modes. Good understanding of power electronics control principles, such as field‑oriented control and PWM strategies. Experience using Hardware‑in‑Loop (HIL) rigs and laboratory test drives. You Can Expect From Us Challenging and exciting world‑first projects. Flexible work arrangements. Competitive salary. Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits include: 10% Employer Pension Contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance. 26 days vacation + bank holidays. Flexible Working at GE Vernova We know that life doesn’t fit into a one‑size‑fits‑all schedule. That’s why we support flexible working, adaptable start and finish times or compressed hours where possible. We trust our people to manage their work in a way that suits them while delivering results on world‑first projects. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No Email: PCUK.TA@gevernova.com For more information, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6Iz8nweeE4 #J-18808-Ljbffr