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Systems Performance Lead Engineer

1 day ago by GE Vernova
  • Salary negotiable
  • Wilmington, NC, US
  • Full-time
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Lead Systems Performance Engineer role focused on designing, developing and testing safety-critical Instrumentation & Control (I&C) platforms for the BWRX-300 Small Module Reactor at GE Vernova, an energy technology company focused on electrification and decarbonization. You’ll lead requirements, V&V, risk/CTQ trades and configuration control across integrated systems, with direct people management. Standout perks include relocation assistance, discretionary annual bonus, and strong benefits/retirement offerings.

Key skills
Systems engineering (highly regulated industry)Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) systems/platform engineeringRequirements managementValidation & verification (system-level testing)Configuration management and configuration controlRisk/CTQ trade studiesCross-functional communication and collaborationPeople management (staffing and performance development)Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Computer EngineeringNuclear systems engineering (BWR/SMR) experience
Salary not listed for the US posting; the advert notes CAD $110k–$160k for Canada-based candidates plus a discretionary annual bonus (US pay range not provided).
You'll thrive here if you enjoy leading teams to deliver safety-critical I&C systems in a highly regulated nuclear environment, owning requirements through system-level verification and integration.
Why apply
  • Relocation assistance provided
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Strong benefits and 401(k) matching
Job Description Summary Systems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of the customers with the goal of providing a quality product that meets the user's needs. The discipline that executes a robust process of design, creation, and optimization of systems, consisting of identification and quantification of system requirements, creation of alternate system design concepts, performance of design trade studies, selection and implementation of the best designs and verification that the design is properly integrated and executed. Process that proceeds from concept to production to operation. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.). 6 systems engineer is responsible for designing, developing and testing Instrumentation and Control (I&C) platforms and systems that control safety critical functions for the BWRX-300 Small Module Reactor. This role requires technical problem solving, requirements management, and effective communication/collaboration with other teams and engineering disciplines. All activities that span multiple components and products and are concerned with how to integrate for maximum performance and operability. Drives validation and verification activities for the overall product/system, including system level testing. Responsible for defining product requirements for the module / component / subcontractors and partners teams. Responsible for driving CTQ / Risk trades within the teams designing the components. Manages the overall product configuration and configuration control system. Includes direct people management responsibility including staffing and performance development. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking and technical experience to execute policy/strategy. is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering from an accredited university or college. 6 years experience in systems engineering for highly regulated industry. For Canada - This position will report onsite to the Markham office 3 days a week. Desired Qualifications Instrumentation and Controls system and / or platform systems engineering experience. Nuclear system engineering experience. Boiling Water Reactor / Small Module Reactor design experience. Masters Degree in electrical, mechanical, systems, computer science, or other equivalent degree from accredited college or university. Solves technical challenges through application of common design patterns and identifying appropriate patterns for use in problem solving. Experience with typical engineering project design methods from requirements definition through confirmation testing of final design. Contributes to creative solutions and challenges status quo. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A, which includes Canada and can be found here:

unless a specific authorization from the U.Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.You must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as Canada. In this context, Indigenous people are First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $110K and $160K CAD. Bonus eligibility: Discretionary annual bonus. 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. Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes For candidates applying to a U.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; 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. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.

Reference: 22598_2659889339·Original posting
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