Lead Controls Systems - Commissioning Engineer

About the role

Job Description Summary

As a Lead Commissioning Engineer specializing in the GE Mark VIe Plant Controls System, you will be at the forefront of powering the world's energy transition. You will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of complex Combined Cycle Power Plant projects — from planning and preparation through execution and customer handover.

Job Description

Vernova Purpose

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy while helping customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. If you are excited by the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world, we’d love to hear from you.

Roles and Responsibilities

Commissioning Execution

Lead the safe, efficient, and timely commissioning, trial runs, and acceptance testing of the GE Mark VIe control system for Combined Cycle Power Plants

Perform pre-checks, system energization, and network verification to ensure seamless communication and full functionality across all devices and subsystems

Supervise and execute loop checks, functional tests, and protection testing with rigorous documentation and operational log standards

Systems Integration & Coordination

Manage system turnovers across all phases — from installation through commissioning to final customer handover — ensuring full compliance with procedures and documentation requirements

Troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues, review control logic against engineering design documents, and implement HMI screen modifications and alarm configurations

Safety & Compliance

Champion a strong safety culture by implementing and enforcing EHS procedures, including risk assessments, safety walks, and subcontractor compliance monitoring

Ensure all commissioning activities adhere to site safety standards and regulatory requirements

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Deliver clear, actionable technical feedback and detailed site reports to engineering and project teams

Manage commissioning test equipment inventory, including inspection, usage tracking, and timely return

Contribute to lessons-learned initiatives and continuous improvement programs across the commissioning organization

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline from an accredited college or university; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) with at least 5 years of relevant experience

Willingness and ability to travel for long-term field assignments (up to 100%) across the United States and internationally

Desired Characteristics:

Deep intellectual curiosity with a genuine passion for energy, technology, and innovation

Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with a drive to continuously learn and grow

Comfort with ambiguity and adaptability in fast-paced, high-pressure field environments

Clear and confident communicator — able to convey complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline:

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $87,000.00 and $145,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 21, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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