Job Description Summary

As a Senior Roboticist, you will join a multi-disciplinary research team developing and maturing advanced robotic solutions for manufacturing and field services across GE Vernova. You will be designing and building robotic systems. In this role, you may define system architectures, design electrical systems and circuits, integrate sensors and actuators, and develop controls and capabilities to deliver robust automation for inspection, field services, material handling, and other mission-critical processes. This senior role combines hands-on system development with technical leadership, research, and collaboration with internal businesses and government partners.

As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business’s mission to power the energy transition. We forge the partnerships and invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future.

Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova’s businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 technology partners to execute on 150+ energy-focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Research & Development: Develop high-impact technology concepts focused on robotic system design, advanced controls, and perception for field service automation and inspection.
Technical Leadership: Lead and contribute to the architecture, design, and development of electrical and robotic systems, including sensor/actuator integration and controller commissioning.
Strategic Engagement: Engage with internal and external thought leaders to drive robotic solutions that impact GE Vernova products (e.g., gas turbines, electric machines, wind turbines) and serve as a Principal Investigator for multi-disciplinary projects.
Program Execution: Lead teams through technical reviews, risk mitigation, and IP strategy development to maintain awareness of disruptive trends in robotics.

Position Requirements

Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline) with 5+ years of professional experience, or MS with 7+ years of experience in robotics/controls system design.
Technical Expertise: Demonstrated experience in at least three of the following:
- Robotic Systems: Architecture, design, and implementation of complex robotic platforms.
- Electrical Design: Circuit design and implementation, including thermal and mechanical constraints.
- Controls & Actuation: Electrical actuation, control theory, and optimization technologies.
- Industrial Automation: PLC programming, industrial safety standards, and hardware/software integration.
- Development Tools: Proficiency in ROS/ROS 2, MATLAB/Simulink, or industrial robot controllers (e.g., FANUC, ABB).
Execution: Strong track record of leading projects and delivering hardware/software integrations
Compliance:
- Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor employees at the Master's level for work visas, now or in the future, for this position opening.
- Must be 18 years or older; must be willing to undergo a drug test and background investigation.
- Must be willing to work on-site in Niskayuna, NY and travel as business needs require.
- Export Control: Candidates must not be nationals of countries subject to comprehensive U.S. export restrictions unless holding “U.S. person” status.
- You must submit your application via the Careers page at www.careers.gevernova.com to be considered.

Desired Characteristics

Strategic Leadership: Ability to convert high-level customer needs into technical development strategies and lead multi-partner projects.
Innovation: Demonstrated ability to transition innovative concepts from the laboratory to prototypes and successfully deployed field solutions.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively in written and oral English to technical and executive audiences.
Self-Driven: Innovative, willing to pursue new technical areas (e.g., ML-enabled control, digital twins), and capable of working independently.

NOTE: Higher and lower level positions may also be available. Applicants qualified for other position levels may be considered for roles aligned with their level of experience.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 23, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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