12 Full time, Engineering / Technical jobs in Maesteg, Pen-y-bont Ar Ogwr - Bridgend

As the Drives Control Application Software Engineer, you will take part in the development of Control Application Software for GE Vernova's range of Electric Drive Systems. You will play a key role in the entire product development life cycle and collaborate as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team. More about the type of projects you'd be working on: https://www.gevernova.com/power-conversion/product-solutions/Naval-Electric-Power-Propulsion . In this role you will focus on:

• Specifying, designing, coding, validating, and maintaining application software for megawatt-scale power electronic drive systems for Marine, Naval, Energy and Industrial applications.
• Validation of Application Software using Hardware In the Loop (HIL) rigs and Laboratory test drives.
• Writing application software that interfaces to other peripheral equipment.
• Supporting commissioning and validation of electrical drive systems.
• Ensuring your designs meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Integrating control software into larger systems and verifying their functionality.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Writing technical documentation.
• Travelling to customer sites for meetings or equipment validation, typically a few times per year for a duration of a few days up to 2 weeks.
  
  We are looking for a committed and professional individual with:
• Sole British citizenship ("UK EYES ONLY")
• A relevant degree in Electrical, Electronics, Software Engineering or equivalent skills, or some experience in a software engineering environment.
• A basic understanding of programming principles of electrical machines, electrical drives, converters, etc.
• An ability to translate high level design requirements into efficient and robust software.
• Familiarity with the principles of converter system and power converter topologies for AC/DC, DC/AC and DC to DC converter systems, etc.
• Valid passport to meet travel requirements.
• Possession of or eligibility to obtain UK security clearance to SC clearance level or higher ( https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels#security-check-sc ).
What will make you stand out:
• A background in writing PLC application software.
• Experience working with Variable Speed Drives Application Software (current source drives, voltage source drives).
• Experience writing control software for Variable Frequency Drives and machine control (induction machines, synchronous machines, permanent magnet machines, etc.).
• Experience using MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools.
  
  GE Vernova's Power Conversion business provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, power electronics systems, electrical drives and control technologies that evolve today's industrial processes for a cleaner, more productive future. We serve specialized sectors such as energy, marine, industry and all related services.
  
  You can expect from us:
• 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 and hybrid work.
• Attractive compensation.
• 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.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.