HMI Technical Lead Engineer

GE Vernova

. Lead technical scope execution, design, and implementation of controls system projects for HMI and networking .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $124,500 - $207,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HMI application software, complex networking, and power generation controls, with a strong focus on technical execution and project management. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

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HMI Application SoftwareCisco NetworkingPower Generation ControlsTechnical MentoringProject Management

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Hard Skills

Proficy iFixCimplicityModbusOPCTCP/IPMark V/VI/Vie ControllersSystem VerificationValidationCommissioningField Installation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Cisco ShellMS OfficeVisioVBARedHat LinuxWindows NT/XP/7VMWareGE ControlSTGE eTCSSNational Instruments LabVIEW

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Network+

Industry Keywords

Power GenerationProcess Control DesignCombined Cycle Power PlantCyber Security SystemsAgile Product DevelopmentMatrix OrganizationCross-Functional WorkCustomer ManagementEPC ExperienceTechnical Risk Mitigation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityLinuxTCP/IPVBAVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical scope execution, design, and implementation of controls system projects for HMI and networking
Drive customer order fulfillment from commercial inquiry through customer acceptance and commercial operation
Identify and mitigate technical risks across HMI and networking scope
Provide technical mentoring and direction to assigned functional controls engineers
Own technical execution for high-risk and complex projects
Support project and functional engineers with schedules, milestones, customer deliverables, regulations, and standards compliance
Provide technical inputs for customer proposals
Support and influence new product and product-sustaining requirements
Drive architecture, top-level design, verification, validation, and commissioning requirements
Ensure system function, performance, interfaces, reliability, maintainability, and safety through design reviews
Develop comprehensive system verification, validation, customer testing, site installation, startup, and commissioning plans
Coordinate customer requirements and tasks with functional engineers
Support Project Engineers in customer discussions and reviews
Drive consistent solutions across controls scope
Collaborate with internal and external customers
Enforce controls HMI and networking design standards and practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 10 years of experience in power generation and/or process control design, HMI and industrial networking
Strong background in HMI application software including Proficy iFix, Cimplicity, and Historian based products
Recent experience working on complex Cisco network/HMI upgrades for steam turbine/gas turbine/balance of plant controllers with Modbus/GSM/OPC communication with installed DCS
Demonstrated ability to meet goals and objectives
Ability and willingness to travel up to 15% of time, as required
Proven strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
Desired: Master’s degree in engineering
Desired: Prior experience in Enhanced CDM, DLN Upgrades, Control Curve upgrades and modification kits for Gas/Dual-Fuel frame 6FA, 7FA, 7E, 9E, 9FA Gas Turbines on Mark V/VI/Vie controller platforms
Desired: Expertise in legacy HMI systems and Mark V/Mark VI Controllers
Desired: Software modification experience for Mark V/Mark VI/Mark VIe Controllers for turbine applications
Desired: GE power generation controls, electrical, cyber, mechanical, or accessory systems experience
Desired: Cyber security systems implementation experience
Desired: Field installation experience for UCVx Upgrades, system integration/testing, and network upgrades
Desired: Cisco Shell, MS Office/Visio, VBA, RedHat Linux, Windows NT/XP/7, VMWare, GE ControlST, GE eTCSS, Cimplicity, Proficy Machine Edition, National Instruments LabVIEW, MATLAB, MPLAB C, and Mark V/VI/Vie controller software design experience
Desired: Knowledge of Modbus, OPC, TCP/IP
Desired: CompTIA Network+ certification
Desired: Strong computer skills setting up Windows-based applications
Desired: Combined Cycle Power Plant design experience
Desired: Technical mentoring and oversight experience
Desired: Power generation requisition, customer, project management, or EPC experience
Desired: Oral and written communication and presentation skills
Desired: System-level thinking
Desired: Agile product development process experience
Desired: Experience in a matrix organization and cross-functional work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
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 and company retirement contributions
Access to 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