Job Description Summary

GE Vernova’s industrial robotics engineer works on the advancement of robotics manufacturing technology for industrial domain, ultimately contributing to the Energy Transition by electrifying the world and decarbonizing the energy sector.

As an industrial robotics engineer, you will play a key role in the development and continuous improvement of advanced robotic solutions for the manufacturing footprint of GE Vernova. In this role, you will be responsible for defining, developing and evolving robotic solutions for several manufacturing processes (i.e., inspection, material handling, etc. ) using digital vision and robotics. You will be responsible to develop specific applications and tools to support and extend the capabilities of our robotics group, using the latest technologies and standard module programming methodologies. Play an active role in the automation and development of innovative work tools, aimed at optimizing processes and improving operational efficiency. You will provide technical support for existing applications, identifying and resolving issues to ensure optimal performance of the various robotic systems. You will develop standard machine vision modules using existing computer vision libraries, to solve industrial inspection and robotic manipulation challenges. Be passionate about robotics, with strong experience in programming and systems architecture, solid experience in machine vision, able to work effectively in a team and motivated by the constant desire to learn and optimize processes through advanced technological solutions. It will be necessary to travel abroad as needed between 10% and 20% of your time.

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 help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help 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 entities at the forefront of technology 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

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, automated production engineering, robotics, computer science or other related specialization
• Have a minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in building and deploying robotic systems in the context of manufacturing equipment and processes
• Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the applied use of machine vision algorithms in industrial environments
• Proficiency in robot programming
• Proficiency in one or more of these languages: Python/C/C++
• Proficiency in one or more of these vision programming environments: Halcon, Cognex
• Have experience in the manufacturing sector
• Knowledge of Keyence, Cognex, Basler, CCS products.
• Knowledge of PLC programming
• Experience in selecting components for an industrial vision system (lighting, optics, image sensor)
• Experience in the field of image processing applied to the manufacturing sector.
• Experience working in automation with FANUC industrial robots
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this position opening.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
• Must be 18 years or older
• You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.careers.gevernova.com  to be considered

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with UR industrial robots,
• Experience with factory automation systems
• Experience with automating various manufacturing processes

The salary range for this position is $85,600 - $140,000 USD, annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s education and skill set. This position may also be eligible for a sign on incentive and new hire equity grant based on meeting certain eligibility criteria.This position will remain posted until at least July 25th, 2025.

GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more.

 

 

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $88,600.00 and $147,600.00. 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 December 01, 2025.

 

 

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.