Technical Lead - Automation & Controls Software

Job Description Summary

Power Conversion (part of GE Vernova) is a world leader in Automation & Controls Systems for the Marine Industry. We are looking for an experienced software engineer to join our team of experts in a role that combines engineering skills with software implementation.

Job Description

In this role you will lead efforts in maintaining and developing the Dynamic Positioning System product encompassing controllers, interfaces and HMI. You will play a critical role in ensuring the Safety, Security, Reliability and Performance of this system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development activities for the DP System ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations e.g. IEC IEC62443
• Specify and lead implementation efforts to expand the capability of the existing system and associated tools, for continuous improvement and/or simplification.
• Analyse and identify performance bottlenecks within applications and implement optimizations to enhance overall application performance and responsiveness.
• Modernisation and porting of existing functionality to new platforms and/or operating systems as required. Support discussions with stakeholders to map out the future strategy for DP Systems.

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• Minimum bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Solid experience on working in automation/control or a similar technical discipline.
• Practical experience of cross platform programming:
  • Embedded Systems in C/C++
  • Windows C/C++/C#, .Net, WPF and WCF.

• Proven experience in writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Ability to multi-task on a variety of projects to strict timescales.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to Automation & Controls Validation
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to manage and mentor a team.
• Experience in Power, Marine, Oil and Gas, Industrial domain
• Experience in Cyber Security

• Challenging and exciting projects.
• 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.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Flexible pension with Company Contribution; Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance, healthy lifestyle account.
• 34 days' vacation including national holidays and the ability to flex depending on needs.