Lead Systems Engineer

GE Vernova Inc.; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a dedicated R&D Systems Engineer to support product development in monitoring and diagnostics. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, hands-on prototyping experience, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. The successful applicant will design and test new system concepts, ensuring high standards of quality and safety throughout the product lifecycle. Competitive benefits and development opportunities are offered, along with the chance to make a direct impact on the green energy transition.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Flexible work agreements

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field is essential.
• Experience in industrial product development and system design is a must.
• Hands-on experience with sensors and electromechanical devices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop M&D monitoring products and refine system expertise.
• Collaborate with teams to design new product features.
• Produce design documentation to support technical alignment.
• Participate in system testing and validation processes.
• Collaborate across teams with occasional travel.

Skills

Hands-on prototyping

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Troubleshooting hardware setups

Advanced documentation

Safety-conscious mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field

Master's degree in engineering or a related field

Tools

Lab tools (oscilloscopes, soldering, DAQs)

Prototyping tools (3D printing)

Embedded software (e.g., Python)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

This is an exciting opportunity for a R&D System Engineer, working on product development in the GE Vernova Monitoring & Diagnostics (M&D) business, within Grid Automation (GA).

The M&D product line is a class leading vendor of sensing devices and systems to Electrical Utilities and Industrial customers. The product line spans sensing of multiple asset types and has a broad portfolio of advanced technology, which aid customers to understand and optimize the operating condition of key assets such as power transformers and circuit breakers.

This Systems Engineer role will focus on supporting the development of Monitoring and Diagnostics (M&D) products within the GE Vernova technology team.

The successful applicant will contribute to system design, documentation, validation, and improvement activities, working closely with lead engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products and features.

This role is technical and hands-on, requiring a strong ability to think independently, curiosity about the product, willingness to engage with hardware and software, and a focus on quality and safety.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply system expertise to refine and develop M&D monitoring products, demonstrating clear understanding of operational principles, design and usage.
• Work collaboratively within a diverse cross-functional teams to define, design and develop new system concepts and features for M&D monitoring products, developing system, designs and architecture to support key projects.
• Work hands-on with electronics, mechanical parts, and basic software integration (e.g., scripting, test firmware) to build and iterate on early design concepts with long-term system architecture and manufacturability in mind.
• Produce early-stage system design documentation, such as block diagrams, interface definitions, and communication protocol summaries, to support technical alignment and future development.
• Maintain a well-documented approach to builds, ensuring traceability and clarity of setup and outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand customer needs, system requirements and constraints.
• Participate in hands-on system testing and validation within a dynamic team, recording results and observations in structured formats.
• Present prototype findings and experimental data clearly to wider team to inform design direction and risk reduction.
• Work collaboratively within diverse international and cross-functional teams which may include occasional international travel.
• Apply GE Vernova way principles in day-to-day work with a safety-first mindset.
• Carry out additional duties as requested by the line manager.

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in relevant engineering, scientific or technical field.

Demonstrable experience in the following

• Industrial product and architectural system design from development from concept to deployment.
• Hands‑on prototyping or experimental builds involving sensors, embedded systems, or electromechanical devices.
• Familiarity with lab tools (oscilloscopes, soldering, DAQs, environmental test rigs, etc.) and safe lab practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware setups and iterate designs quickly using first principles thinking.
• Advanced documentation and communication skills to support knowledge transfer and design traceability.
• Curiosity and initiative: willing to ask questions, try new approaches, and explore design alternatives.
• Collaborating with large, cross‑functional and diverse teams, including remote environments to align on key design decisions.
• Communicating technical matters clearly and concisely, both in writing and verbally.
• Safety‑conscious mindset, especially when working with lab hardware, electronics, and test environments.

Desirable Criteria

• Masters degree (or equivalent experience) in relevant engineering, scientific or technical field.
• Experience with rapid prototyping tools (3D printing, breadboarding, test harnesses).
• Experience with PCBA layout design and test.
• Experience with embedded software or scripting (e.g., Python, C) for test automation or data collection.
• Exposure to Agile development environments.
• Familiarity with utility monitoring, diagnostics products, or industrial sensor systems.
• Experience in product development from concept to deployment.
• Familiarity with lean engineering practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

At GE Vernova - Grid Automation, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects that shape the future of energy. We offer a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will make a tangible impact. Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation and excellence in control systems.

About GEV Grid Solutions

At GEV Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work

At GEV, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No