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FPGA Design - Lead Research Engineer "CLEARANCE REQUIRED"

Date Posted: Jun 24, 2026
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    Location Niskayuna, New York, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Sep 22, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

As an FPGA Design Research Engineer at GE Vernova, you will architect and develop advanced embedded systems for real-time controls and industrial communication applications. The role involves leading R&D projects aligned with energy sectors, collaborating with government agencies and universities, and transitioning innovative technologies into GE products.

Key responsibilities

  • Develop FPGA solutions for embedded systems and industrial control systems.
  • Leverage FPGA design tools for development, simulation, testing, and optimization.
  • Shape and pursue external opportunities with U.S. government agencies.
  • Transition real-time embedded controls from lab demonstrations to fieldable prototypes.
  • Collaborate with universities, commercial partners, and others to advance embedded systems.
  • Publish technical papers, file patents, and contribute to open-source communities.

Required skills

  • Ph.D. or Master's/Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with relevant experien
  • 2-5 years of FPGA and SoC design experience using Verilog, SystemVerilog, and VHDL.
  • Experience with Xilinx and/or Intel FPGA devices and tools (e.g., ModelSim, Intel Quartus, Xilinx Vivado).
  • Strong understanding of digital logic design, RTL simulation, synthesis, and timing closure.
  • Knowledge of clock domain crossing techniques and communications interfaces (UART, SPI, Ethernet, PCIe).
  • Proficiency with on-chip debugging tools and functional verification testbenches.
  • Experience using version control systems (Git preferred) and high-level synthesis tools.
  • Strong embedded programming skills in C/C++, Python, etc.
  • Experience with Linux and real-time operating systems.

What the company offers

  • Great work environment and professional development opportunities.
  • Challenging careers and competitive compensation.
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
  • Tuition and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, and disability benefits.
  • 12 paid holidays and permissive time off.
  • Relocation assistance provided.

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Company Overview

GE Vernova
Bangor, Maine-et-Loire, United States of America
80 Current Jobs Openings

GE Vernova is a leader in advancing energy technologies, focusing on driving research and development efforts aimed at energy transition and sustainability. The company partners with various government agencies and research institutions to innovate a... Read More

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