Lead FPGA Firmware Engineer
Ge Vernova
Develop and validate FPGA/DSP control software for megawatt-scale electric drive systems.
16 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Rugby, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
76,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Services
Digital Solutions
Sustainability
Smart Grid Technologies
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Power
Gas Power
Steam Power
Nuclear
Hydro Power
Wind
Onshore Wind
Offshore Wind
Role
What you would be doing
dsp/fpga
control software
system integration
commissioning
customer visits
design validation
- Writing application software for DSP/FPGA for control of electric motors like induction motors, permanent magnet motors, etc.
- Designing, implementation, testing of control application software for converter systems and electrical drives.
- Specifying, designing, coding, validating, and maintaining application software for megawatt-scale power electronic drive systems.
- Capturing and translation of high-level design requirements into efficient and robust software.
- Occasionally travelling to customer sites for meetings or equipment validation – typically a few times per year (a few days up to 2 weeks).
- Supporting commissioning and validation.
- Applying best engineering standards and developing robust design practices.
- Integrating control software into larger systems and verifying their functionality.
What you bring
matlab
c
vhdl
fpga
hil
degree
- Experience using MATLAB/Simulink or similar model-in-loop simulation tools.
- Direct experience writing code in C and VHDL.
- Sound knowledge of control principles of electrical machines, electrical drives, converters, etc.
- Experience in writing variable speed drive control software and good understanding of power electronics controls like field-oriented control, PWM strategies, DQ controls.
- Valid passport to meet travel requirements.
- A solid understanding of converter system and power converter topologies (AC/DC, DC/AC, DC to DC, etc.)
- A relevant degree in Electrical, Electronics, Software Engineering or equivalent, OR significant experience in an industrial software engineering environment.
- Experience writing FPGA/DSP control software for Variable Frequency Drives (induction machines, synchronous machines, permanent magnet machines, etc.).
- Experience using Hardware-in-Loop (HIL) rigs and laboratory test drives.
- Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
- Attractive compensation.
- A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements and hybrid work.
- 26 days vacation + bank holidays.
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Company
Overview
April 2024
Founded
The company emerged from the spin-off of GE's energy units in April 2024.
>$10B Quarterly Revenue
Revenue Growth
Achieves over $10 billion in quarterly revenue, driven by demand for power infrastructure and digital solutions.
$3B
Wind Turbine Backlog
Maintains a significant backlog in wind turbine orders, reflecting strong market demand.
25%
Global Electricity Supply
Contributes to generating 25% of the world’s electricity through its installed turbines and grids.
- Traces roots back to Edison and Alstom, merging power, renewable, digital & financial wings.
- Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, crafts large-scale gas turbines, SMRs, wind turbines, hydro and grid tech to fuel economies.
- On the nuclear front, advancing small modular reactors (like BWRX‑300) in partnership with utilities and supporting semiconductor projects.
- Wind prowess spans onshore, offshore and blade making—with key sites like Dogger Bank offshore and blade plants in Spain.
- Electrification arm tackles grid stability: HVDC, transformers, storage, conversion, plus GridOS software powering smarter infrastructure.
- Weaves finance and consulting through energy-infrastructure investments, funding solar farms to pipelines via GE Energy Financial Services.
- Relentlessly focused on advancing the world’s transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy.
- Believes in working with customers, partners, and communities to create innovative energy solutions that make a meaningful difference.
- Prioritizes excellence, integrity, and accountability in everything they do.
- Committed to driving real change through technology and partnerships that will transform the global energy landscape.
2050 target
Net zero commitment
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- Focused on reducing emissions through advanced energy technologies.
- Maximizing use of renewable energy sources and leveraging digital solutions for energy efficiency.
- Solutions aim to decarbonize industries and help customers meet their sustainability goals.
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