Lead FPGA Development Engineer

GE Vernova

. Analyze system requirements and define functions to be implemented in hardware.

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in FPGA design using VHDL or Verilog, with a strong foundation in electronic components and principles. Proficient in hardware debugging, high-speed digital hardware design, and power electronics control system design, while effectively collaborating within multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

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FPGA Design Using VHDLModel Based DesignHigh-Speed Digital Hardware DesignPower Electronics Control System DesignAgile Development Practices

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Hard Skills

FPGA Firmware DevelopmentAnalog Hardware DesignDigital Hardware DesignPCB Layout SkillsFunctional Specification WritingTest Specification WritingLegacy Product MaintenanceReal-Time Control Applications DesignElectronic Components KnowledgeDebugging Skills

Soft Skills

Good Verbal CommunicationGood Written CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

AlteraMicrosemiXilinx FPGA DevicesQuartus IILibero SoCSVNGitJiraPerlPython

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Electrical EngineeringDegree in Electronic Engineering

Industry Keywords

HVDCVSC Control SystemsLCC Control SystemsManufacturing Data PacksDesign Reviews

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PerlPythonSubversion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze system requirements and define functions to be implemented in hardware.
Develop FPGA firmware.
Design analog and digital hardware.
Maintain legacy products through updates and improvements to extend product lifespan.
Contribute to creating and maintaining 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.
Define requirements and enhance product features for electronic designs used in VSC and LCC control and protection systems and VBE.
Deliver business-critical designs and development work meeting 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 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 and Python.
Experience with version control, e.g., SVN and Git.
Experience with bug tracking tools, e.g., Jira.
Power electronics control system design.
Knowledge of HVDC.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance Provided: No