Job Description
Embedded Systems and Test Engineering Internship 2026-2027
GE Vernova Grid Solutions: Asset Monitoring
This 1-year internship will be based at the GE Vernova Grid Solutions Monitoring & Diagnostics site in Lisburn, Northern Ireland and is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic university student or recent graduate who is interested in the application of their embedded systems &/or test engineering knowledge in industry.
The Monitoring & Diagnostics product line is a class leading vendor of sensing devices and systems to electrical utilities and industrial customers. The product line spans sensing of multiple asset types and has a broad portfolio of advanced technology, which aid customers to understand and optimise the operating condition of key assets such as HV/MV power transformers and circuit breakers. Our products include the Kelman DGA900, Hydran M2-X and BMT-330.
Role Responsibilities
* Learn and understand the internal workings of embedded systems within GE transformer monitoring products, with support from relevant experts in the Engineering team
* Work within a team environment to execute appropriate firmware design tasks
* Work collaboratively with hardware and software testers to support new feature development of system and sub-components
* Support firmware development, design, and test of new features to enable new functionality and/or support new hardware components
* Develop automated test code for testing systems and sub-systems for complex system
* Assist DevOps in automating build, test, and deployment processes to improve efficiency and reliability
Essential Criteria
* Completed at least 2 years study of degree level education or equivalent in Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronic Engineering, or related degree
* Programming experience in any language e.g. C, C++, Python etc.
* Basic understanding of firmware development tools, such as compilers, debuggers, and version control systems
* Willingness to learn new technologies and techniques
* Ability to work both with a team and independently and be self‑motivated
* Ability to get projects/tasks across the line, to a high level of quality and within deadline and scope
* Ability to present complex data clearly with meaningful conclusions
* Work collaboratively with hardware designers to optimise software / hardware partitioning
* Can communicate effectively to team members with and without embedded systems experience clearly and concisely on technical matters
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Must be organised and have a methodical approach to problem solving
Desirable Criteria
* Familiarity with software development, defect tracking and test case management tools
* Experience of Linux based operating systems
* Experience of systems with complex, inter‑dependent sub‑component architecture and communication methods between these
* Understanding of development life cycles e.g. Agile, etc.
* The curiosity and enthusiasm to keep up to date with latest engineering techniques and products
* Basic understanding of DevOps principles and practices is a plus
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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