Engineering Technical Lead – I&C Embedded Software

GE Vernova

. Lead and mentor part of the embedded software controls and instrumentation systems team .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeWilmington • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $113,200 - $188,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in embedded software development, particularly in C programming and software integration testing, while leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with nuclear safety standards and project deliverables.

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Embedded Software DevelopmentC Programming LanguageSoftware Integration TestingTechnical ReviewsNuclear Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

C Coding ConventionsUnit TestingSoftware Development ToolsData StructuresAlgorithmsDesign VerificationValidationModeling ToolsTest Data CollectionField Installation

Soft Skills

MentorshipCollaborationTechnical Writing

Tools & Technologies

GitLabIDEsDebuggersRequirements Management ToolsConfiguration Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Nuclear Safety CultureQuality Management SystemsIEEE StandardsIEC StandardsCommercial Nuclear Industry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and mentor part of the embedded software controls and instrumentation systems team
Prepare high-through-low work planning, scheduling, and resource loading across engineering, procurement, construction, and new product introduction lifecycle phases
Support project engineering and management with execution metrics, status, issues, risks, mitigation or recovery plans, and scope changes
Drive compliance through scope, detailed work planning, budget, schedules, design processes, technical reviews, and discipline-specific tools
Lead day-to-day operations and follow up to ensure deliverables meet specifications, budget, schedule, and commitments
Coordinate across engineering disciplines to support integrated plant design objectives
Collaborate with project management, project engineering, support functions, and other stakeholders to complete projects
Identify, document, and lead resolution of technical, risk, and emergent issues
Provide technical oversight and mentorship from design release through manufacturing or supplier activities, production, validation, installation, and commissioning tests
Support strategy, planning, statements of work, and resource loading implementation
Host learning sessions and support knowledge capture and transfer initiatives
Use tools for requirements, design, change, configuration, and document management
Champion nuclear safety culture and ensure compliance with policies, quality management systems, and corrective action programs
Deliver work with integrity, safety, security, quality, and on-time execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent 4-year technical degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 10 years of experience in embedded software development
Deep working knowledge of C programming language and software development tools, including GitLab version control, IDEs, and debuggers
Minimum of 10 years of experience with C coding conventions, unit testing, and software integration testing
Minimum of 5 years of experience performing independent or team-based system design or technical reviews
Experience interfacing with requirements management and independent verification and validation
Must be highly qualified and based in the United States for remote consideration
Ability to come onsite as needed for testing operations, about once a month
Ability to obtain authorization to access U.S. export-controlled information, if applicable
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
Desired: experience in nuclear analog and digital instrumentation, control, monitoring, electric power systems, and field engineering
Desired: competency in IEEE, IEC, and quality standards
Desired: 10 years of commercial nuclear industry experience in plant instrumentation application software and control and monitoring software system design
Desired: 10 years of application, field installation, and systems/equipment testing experience
Competency in modeling and test data collection tools
Familiarity with MISRA-C desirable
Experience in product, instrument, and system design, verification, validation, and qualification
Experience in design verification and validation
Effective use of data structures and algorithms
Strong technical writing skills focused on requirements and design documents

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Relocation assistance