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[Apply on GE Vernova’s careers site →](https://gevernova.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Vernova_ExternalSite/job/Tampere/Engineering-Manager---Control-Software_R5055821-2) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [GE Vernova](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-vernova/) / Engineering Manager - Control Software ## Job description ### Job Description Summary The energy grid is changing fast — and the software that controls it needs to keep pace. As Engineering Manager for Control Software within GE Vernova's Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) business, you will lead a global engineering team delivering the control software that sits at the heart of some of the world's most advanced reactive power systems. GE Vernova's Grid Solutions business delivers reactive power compensators, including Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) and Static Var Compensators (SVC). Finland is our global Centre of Excellence (CoE) for this technology. These systems control power system voltage and reactive power flow, improve power system stability, and increase transmission efficiency. Through this work, you will help global customers save vital energy and secure stable electricity distribution. This is a role for someone who wants to shape both a team and a technology — and who sees leadership as a way to multiply impact, not just manage work. ### What You'll Do You will lead the Control Software team responsible for delivering software solutions across the full project lifecycle — from tender evaluation through detailed design to on-site commissioning. As a People Leader, your focus is as much on your team as it is on the technology. - Lead and develop your team — manage day-to-day people leadership, mentor team members, support new recruitment, and build a resource portfolio that scales with project demand - Drive delivery — plan, organise, and execute Control Software activities for both tenders and live projects, ensuring delivery meets demanding customer specifications - Own project resourcing — validate resource needs and work estimates across your portfolio, identifying and resolving gaps early Advance quality — champion a first-time-right culture and identify continuous improvement opportunities across engineering processes - Set and track objectives — define and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the team and individual contributors, keeping performance aligned with business goals Support R&D — contribute to technical research and development in the FACTS Control Software space, helping to keep GE Vernova at the forefront of the field ### What You'll Bring We're looking for a technically grounded engineering leader who is as comfortable developing people as solving complex control software problems. ### Required A degree in Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's level) or similar Relevant experience in substation or grid control software design, including technologies such as FACTS, High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC), or renewable energy integration - Familiarity with engineering process development and continuous improvement methodologies - Strong written and spoken English communication skills Preferred: Finnish language skills - Proven experience managing or mentoring engineering teams in an international environment Exposure to high-power reactive power systems (exceeding 100 MVAr), including Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) or Static Var Compensators (SVC) A formal education and subsequent - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering is nice to have, but we are most interested in your experience and professional achievements. Why This Role GE Vernova is the global Centre of Excellence for FACTS technology, based right here in Finland. That means your team's work has direct global reach — the systems you help deliver stabilise grids and improve energy efficiency for customers around the world. You'll have real ownership, a clear path to grow as a leader, and the support of an organisation that invests in its people. GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. We offer varied, competitive benefits designed to reward high performers and support your personal and family needs. We believe in helping you grow — through ongoing on-the-job learning, development pathways, and the opportunity to build an international career from Tampere. ### Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided No ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 21, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 25, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 1, 2026 - Listed for: 11 days - Location: Tampere - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on GE Vernova’s careers site →](https://gevernova.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Vernova_ExternalSite/job/Tampere/Engineering-Manager---Control-Software_R5055821-2) ## Hiring at GE Vernova - Open jobs: 2,181 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026 [All GE Vernova jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-vernova/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at GE Vernova ### [Electrical Application Engineer - ITO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-vernova/jobs/ec13e9d5511e2f1e9c06/) Tampere ### [Electrical Application Engineer – OTR](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-vernova/jobs/79045512ad57578d775e/) Tampere ### [Engineer - Controls Engineering](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-vernova/jobs/016d82fef1d6206af325/) Tampere ### [Lead Systems Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-vernova/jobs/ad4d0452b1e4675f7b6c/) Tampere ### [Senior Lead System Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-vernova/jobs/38509dd0246e9e634b6e/) Tampere ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Well Control Equipment Reliability Engineer France France ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vinci/jobs/65a52f8ba02f27c53dc2/) VINCI · France ### [Brake Control Software Validator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/4f2475f98831c2ab650a/) Siemens ### [Junior Control Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/6e534d04c167a4b76031/) ABB · Aleksandrow Lodzki, Lodz, Poland ### [Solution Engineering Manager - PEM for Protection Automation And Control](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/09faacee5b9a8564a239/) Siemens ### [Engineer II – Control Software](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/28fdc5562a50d98976f9/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Bangalore, Karnātaka, India OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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