FREE ACCESS
5,000–10,000 jobs/day
See all jobs on Scoutfield
Search thousands of fresh jobs every day.
Discover
- Fresh listings
- Fast filters
- No subscription required
Create a free account and start exploring right away.

Lead FPGA Development Engineer
GE Vernova. Analyse system requirements and define functions to be implemented in hardware .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.
Demonstrates extensive experience in FPGA design using VHDL or Verilog, alongside strong knowledge of electronic components and principles. Proficient in hardware design for real-time control applications and adept in Agile development practices.
Highest-signal resume keywords
FPGA Design Using VHDLModel Based DesignHigh-Speed Digital Hardware DesignPower Electronics Control System DesignAgile Development Practices
ATS Keywords
Tailor your resumeApplicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills
FPGA Firmware DevelopmentAnalogue and Digital Hardware DesignElectronic Components KnowledgeHardware Debugging SkillsPCB Layout SkillsScripting Using PerlScripting Using PythonTest Specification WritingFunctional Specification WritingLegacy Product Maintenance
Soft Skills
Good Verbal Communication SkillsGood Written Communication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration Skills
Tools & Technologies
Altera FPGA DevicesMicrosemi FPGA DevicesXilinx FPGA DevicesQuartus IILibero SoCSVNGITJIRA
Certifications & Qualifications
Degree in Electrical EngineeringDegree in Electronic Engineering
Industry Keywords
Control & Protection SystemsHVDCReal-Time Control ApplicationsAgile DevelopmentDesign Reviews
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPerlPythonSubversion
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Analyse system requirements and define functions to be implemented in hardware
- Enhance product features for Control & Protection systems in VSC and LCC systems and VBE
- Perform FPGA firmware development
- Design analogue and digital hardware
- Maintain legacy products through updates and improvements to extend product lifespan
- Create and maintain manufacturing data packs
- Write functional specifications for designs
- Write test specifications, including routine tests, type tests, and test harnesses
- Participate in and contribute to design reviews
- Ensure designs are documented to company standards
- Deliver business-critical designs and development to meet product requirements and timelines for future commercial HVDC projects
- Work with engineers based in global locations
Requirements
What you’ll need- Degree or Higher in Electrical / Electronic engineering or equivalent experience
- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of Model Based Design
- Minimum 10+ years' experience of FPGA design using VHDL or Verilog
- Strong all-round knowledge and understanding of electronic components & principles
- Exceptional hardware / FPGA debugging skills
- Experience with Altera, Microsemi, Xilinx FPGA devices and design tools (Quartus II, Libero SoC)
- Ability to work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team to resolve technical issues
- Experience of designing hardware for real time control applications
- High-speed digital hardware design and PCB layout skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Agile development practices, e.g., Scrum
- Scripting experience using Perl, Python
- Experience of version control, e.g., SVN, GIT
- Bug tracking tools, e.g., JIRA
- Power Electronics control system design
- Knowledge of HVDC
Benefits
Comp & perks- Relocation Assistance Provided: No