Job Description Summary

• Global Design Leader
• Plant Controls is responsible for leading extended scope controls engineering projects through kick-off, hardware design, software development, commissioning to commercial plant operation. The GDL will support the requisition, design, structuring, validation and commissioning control systems for GT, Bottoming Cycle (HRSG & ST) and Balance of Plant (BOP). This role, in addition to closely collaborating with our internal & external customers, is critical in driving a team culture of technical system & domain depth, contemporary leadership, on-time quality execution and a customer-focused mindset.

Job Description Job Description

• The GDL will be responsible for multiple projects/programs with the overall goal to make the project successful. The GDL will compile the project level controls strategy, document requirements, lead the design and implementation of controls system projects, covering GT, Bottoming Cycle (HRSG & ST) and Balance of Plant (BOP). In addition, the GDL will:
• Be an empowered project level decision maker
• Own projects from ITO-COD for high risk complex projects as defined by internal risk review
• Support ITO/ Proposal efforts
• Work and Lead in an Agile software methodology
• Support and influence product requirements definition
• Lead globally and be accountable for overall Control System Requirements definition and management
• Drive overall Architecture, top level design, verification, validation and commissioning requirements
• Ensure adequate system function, performance, interface, reliability, maintainability and safety requirements, goals and margins are defined and managed
• Support & influence comprehensive test plans for system verification and validation, new article and customer system Software Acceptance Tests (SwATs), site pre-operation, startup and commissioning
• Coordinate flow down of internal and external customer requirements/ tasks
• Partner with Project Managers to establish Projects Baseline Master Schedule and Cost Roll-ups
• Lead and promote customer discussions/reviews for an improved controls solution and customer experience and expectations
• Drive consistent solutions across all controls (GT, ST, HRSG, BOP, Electrical)
• Demonstrate System Level thinking
• Lead fulfillment teams with an inclusive adaptable style – able to quickly learn diverse and varying organizational interfaces with professional astuteness and agility
• Collaborate with and maintain close, responsive, and productive working relationships with internal GE groups as well as with external customers.
• Be accountable for Controls cost and schedule targets working with functional managers
• Provide clear communication to the team and the business leaders
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or related Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Significant work experience in the combined cycle power plant industry, controls
• Desired Characteristics
• Experience in design & application of GE power generation controls, electrical, or accessory systems
• Experience in power generation requisition, working with customers, project mgt. or EPCs
• System integration experience
• Proven oral and written communication and presentation skills to the team and business leaders
• Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine and/or Plant controls knowledge / experience
• Demonstrated ability to independently drive projects to completion
• Demonstrated Technical writing expertise
• Demonstrated experience in working successfully in technical leadership of a diverse team

Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No