Project Engineer - Energy Management Systems (EMS)

Job Description Summary

The Project Engineer for AEMS holds end-to-end responsibility for the software delivery lifecycle of Energy Management System projects. This role ensures the successful deployment of grid-critical EMS solutions, focusing on technical execution, system stability, and seamless integration into the customer's control room environment.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

The Mission:

At GE Vernova, we don’t just build software; we build the intelligence that powers the global energy transition. We are looking for a seasoned Project Engineer to own the delivery of our most critical EMS implementations. You will be the architect of the project lifecycle, bridging the gap between cutting-edge R&D and the mission-critical needs of grid operators. If you are passionate about grid stability, complex systems integration, and the future of renewable energy orchestration, we want to talk to you.

Why This Role Matters:

• •High Impact: You will be part of the team which manages end-to-end delivery of EMS projects that are essential to grid resilience.
• •Innovation Interface: You won’t just deploy software; you will directly influence our R&D roadmap by translating real-world utility challenges into product evolution.
• •What You Bring:Deep Domain Fluency: You possess a sophisticated understanding of real-time grid applications and the resilience required for high-availability energy environments.
• •The "Translator" Advantage: You excel at navigating matrixed, global organizations—influencing cross-functional teams and aligning complex technical constraints with high-level business goals.
• •Strategic Execution: You have a history of navigating legacy-to-modern system migrations with precision, balancing customer-specific requirements with the need for platform standardization.
• •Knowledge Transition: Manage the "go-live" handover, ensuring a robust transition from the project team to the Maintenance & Support organization, including comprehensive training on EMS operations.

Technical Know-How Requirements

• •EMS Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of real-time grid applications.
• •Architecture Proficiency: Thorough knowledge of the EMS platform architecture, including real-time data modeling, high-availability environments, and database management.
• •Process Excellence: Strength in implementing QA frameworks specifically designed for high-availability, mission-critical energy software.
• •Expected less than 20% travel domestic or global

Relocation assistance available for U.S. based candidates only

Experience Requirements

• •Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Electrical or Computer Science or any STEM major.
• •5+ years of driving complex, mission-critical software delivery (EMS/SCADA) for T&D utilities.
• •3 years of demonstrated ability to own the deployment lifecycle within a matrix structure.

Desired Characteristics

Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

• Note:
• To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $119,600.00 and $179,400.00. 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 16, 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.

Candidates should be aware that this role involves a client's critical infrastructure; shortlisted candidates would therefore be subject to heightened security checks as directed by our clients. All personal data will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our data protection policies, solely for recruitment and security purposes.