Summary

The Lead Wind Turbine Sensors & Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the component strategy of our turbine control systems. In this role, you will lead the development of innovative products and solutions, execute business-critical New Product Introductions (NPI), drive cost-out initiatives, and advance technology to maximize Annual Energy Production (AEP) and ensure world-class fleet performance.

- Be responsible for technical design of wind turbine controls hardware, including sensors (temperature, proximity, vibration, etc.), I/O, and communication hardware
- Define specifications and requirements for sensors and communication systems and cabinets
- Be responsible for continuous development of proper engineering documentation, including bills of material, drawings, specifications, manufacturing & field instructions, guidelines, etc.
- Define test and validation requirements. Support and execute lab testing
- Work with suppliers and site teams on component root cause analysis. Lead turbine component retrofits and upgrades for wind turbines
- Support product development programs, design review discussions and present relevant design details to chief engineers for evaluation and approval




- Occasionally travel to site to support product testing and/or customer issues

Minimum Requirements:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field with Renewable Energy emphasis preferred
- Extensive experience in sensor, electrical, electronic, controls or power systems design
- Ability to succeed in a global team environment
- Self-starter, who delivers results with minimal supervision
- Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time

Desired Characteristics

- Master of Science Degree in in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects in a general, matrix organization
- Experience with industrial communication protocols such as PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MODBUS, OPC-UA, and IEC-61850
- Experience in wind turbines design, specifically in control hardware and software
- Experience with technical drawings, documentation and BOM structure
- Strong oral and written communication skills

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

📌 Lead Engineer - Electrical Component (Barcelona)
🏢 GE Vernova
📍 Barcelona