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Lead Sensor and Controls Hardware Engineer

  • Job type Posted on: Jul 06, 2026
  • Experience level SwiftCruit
  • Employment type Columbia, South Carolina
  • Employment type Onsite
  • Salary Full-time

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Job Title :

Lead Sensor and Controls Hardware Engineer

Job Type :

Full-time

Job Location :

Columbia South Carolina United States

Remote :

No

Jobcon Logo Job Description :

Job Description Summary The Wind Turbine Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the wind turbine controls hardware architecture and components. This includes the wind turbine and wind plant controller, the I/O hardware, turbine and plant sensors and communication devices. You will own controls hardware components and support them through the whole product lifecycle. Roles and Responsibilities Be responsible for technical design of wind turbine controls hardware, including sensors (temperature, proximity, vibration, etc.), I/O, and communication hardware Define specifications and requirements for sensors and communication systems and cabinets Be responsible for continuous development of proper engineering documentation, including bills of material, drawings, specifications, manufacturing & field instructions, guidelines, etc. Define test and validation requirements. Support and execute lab testing Work with suppliers and site teams on component root cause analysis. Lead turbine retrofits and upgrades for wind turbines Support product development programs design review discussions and present relevant design details to chief engineers for evaluation and approval Occasionally travel to site to support product testing and/or customer issues Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field with Renewable Energy emphasis preferred Minimum of 5 years of experience in sensor, electrical, electronic, controls or power systems design Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time Desired Characteristics Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Demonstrated ability to lead projects in a global, matrix organization Experience with industrial communication protocols such as PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MODBUS, OPC-UA, and IEC-61850 Understanding of data acquisition systems, remote monitoring, and SCADA Experience in wind turbines design, specifically in control hardware and software Experience with technical drawings, documentation and BOM structure Ability to succeed in a global team environment Self-starter, who delivers results with minimal supervision Strong oral and written communication skills Benefits Relocation assistance provided: Yes Geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage Access to Health Coach and Employee Assistance Program (24/7) Retirement benefits including GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan and company matching contributions Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Jobcon Logo Position Details

Posted:

Jul 06, 2026

Reference Number:

14660_34A866A9C6FC183CC0726F9B29D352E0

Employment:

Full-time

Salary:

Not Available

City:

Columbia

Job Origin:

APPCAST_CPC

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Job Description Summary The Wind Turbine Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the wind turbine controls hardware architecture and components. This includes the wind turbine and wind plant controller, the I/O hardware, turbine and plant sensors and communication devices. You will own controls hardware components and support them through the whole product lifecycle. Roles and Responsibilities Be responsible for technical design of wind turbine controls hardware, including sensors (temperature, proximity, vibration, etc.), I/O, and communication hardware Define specifications and requirements for sensors and communication systems and cabinets Be responsible for continuous development of proper engineering documentation, including bills of material, drawings, specifications, manufacturing & field instructions, guidelines, etc. Define test and validation requirements. Support and execute lab testing Work with suppliers and site teams on component root cause analysis. Lead turbine retrofits and upgrades for wind turbines Support product development programs design review discussions and present relevant design details to chief engineers for evaluation and approval Occasionally travel to site to support product testing and/or customer issues Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field with Renewable Energy emphasis preferred Minimum of 5 years of experience in sensor, electrical, electronic, controls or power systems design Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time Desired Characteristics Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Demonstrated ability to lead projects in a global, matrix organization Experience with industrial communication protocols such as PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MODBUS, OPC-UA, and IEC-61850 Understanding of data acquisition systems, remote monitoring, and SCADA Experience in wind turbines design, specifically in control hardware and software Experience with technical drawings, documentation and BOM structure Ability to succeed in a global team environment Self-starter, who delivers results with minimal supervision Strong oral and written communication skills Benefits Relocation assistance provided: Yes Geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage Access to Health Coach and Employee Assistance Program (24/7) Retirement benefits including GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan and company matching contributions Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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