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Robotics and Automation Engineer

GE Vernova

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Compensation
$80–120K/yr
Location
Greenville, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Robotics and Automation Engineer develops, programs, and supports industrial robots used to manufacture gas turbine components and power plant technologies. The role includes creating automation applications, troubleshooting and maintaining robot systems, supporting additive manufacturing improvements, and managing project schedules and robot data. The engineer also trains users and communicates progress across the organization. A bachelor's degree in engineering or a relevant technical discipline, or an alternative experience path, is accepted.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Industrial Robot Programming, nice to haveOff-Line Programming, nice to haveRobot Simulation, nice to haveSensors, nice to haveServo Systems, nice to haveMotion Control, nice to haveThermal Spray Coating, nice to haveWelding, nice to haveSurface Finishing, nice to haveSealing, nice to haveMachining, nice to haveCAD, nice to haveShop Operations, nice to haveQuality Systems, nice to haveGas Turbines, nice to haveTurbomachinery, nice to haveI/O Systems, nice to havePLCs, nice to haveBus Communication, nice to haveMechanical Drawings, nice to haveElectrical Drawings, nice to haveProblem-Solving, nice to haveTechnical Communication, nice to haveTraining, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering or Relevant Technical Discipline or High School Diploma/GED With 6 Years Manufacturing Experience, required6 Years Manufacturing Experience Including Robotics or Automation, required2 Years Engineering Experience Including Robotics or Automation, requiredAbility and Willingness to Travel Up to 10% Globally, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Description Summary

Do you want to see your programs run on real machines within weeks, not years? At GE Vernova Gas Power, you design, program, and support industrial robots. These robots help make gas turbine components and power plant technologies for energy customers around the world. You join a global robotics team that develops advanced robotic systems and brings them to life in GE Vernova factories. Your work helps make production safer, faster, and more reliable.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Create robot solutions: Develop industrial robot applications for automation, coatings, and new technology projects. Build simulation models and off-line programs to test ideas before they reach the shop floor.

  • Support the people who use robots: Troubleshoot and diagnose robot systems for operators, engineers, and technical teams. Train them in robot programming, maintenance, and process use.

  • Keep the global robot fleet running: Plan and carry out maintenance for robots across GE Vernova's worldwide network.

  • Manage robot data: Maintain and update the Robotics Database and Robot Management System so teams always have accurate information.

  • Improve additive manufacturing: Support the 3D metal printing area with automation upgrades and equipment improvements that increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

  • Deliver on time: Manage schedules for your team's projects and balance several projects at once.

  • Share progress: Keep colleagues at every level of the organization informed about your work.

About You

You are a curious engineer who enjoys turning new ideas into working automation. You like solving hands-on technical problems, and you enjoy teaching others what you know.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant technical discipline OR a high school diploma/ GED with 6 years of manufacturing experience including work with robotics or automation

  • 2 years of engineering experience, including work with robotics or automation

Eligibility requirements:

  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% globally

Preferred

  • Programming experience with industrial robot brands such as FANUC or KUKA. Experience with off-line programming and simulation tools such as Roboflow or RoboGuide is also helpful.

  • Hands-on experience with sensors, servo systems, and motion control. Process knowledge in thermal spray coating, welding, surface finishing, sealing, or machining is also helpful.

  • Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as Siemens NX. Knowledge of shop operations, quality systems, or gas turbines and turbomachinery is also helpful.

  • Working knowledge of input/output (I/O) systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and bus communication

  • Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings

  • Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to explain technical topics clearly and train others

About GE Vernova Gas Power

GE Vernova's Gas Power business engineers efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services. It also develops decarbonization solutions that help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services, with the industry's largest installed base.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 and $120,000.00. 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 November 10, 2026.

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.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,203 open Robotics Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$80–120K/yr
  • California median$150–230K/yr295 salary ranges
  • US median$144–222K/yr859 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $100K, is 49% below the California median midpoint ($197K) — in the lowest quarter of Robotics Engineer salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 419 open Robotics Engineer jobs in California and 1,203 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Robotics Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 901 postings).
Education
437 of the 1,203 open Robotics Engineer jobs (36%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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