Impacts approaches, projects and programs in the functional area or affected business organization and ways of working. Impacts quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team. Has significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies that are shaped by the role. The role has moderate autonomy, requiring high levels of operational judgment.Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the build, integration, and commissioning activities for automation projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
- Lead and execute the development of project scope, schedules, deliverables, and integration requirements partnering with system integrators, internal technical teams, and site readiness leads to define
- Drives all aspects of automation deployment—including installation, testing, validation, and transition to production—ensuring compliance with safety and cyber standards.
- Manage risks, issues, and changes throughout the project lifecycle, providing proactive communication and quick resolution.
- Track project performance against agreed KPIs, milestones, and budget, reporting regularly to the Director, Integration & Commissioning.
- Establish and maintain documentation for project plans, technical specifications, commissioning checklists, and lessons learned.
- Collaborate with technology architects to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and fit for purpose.
- Support vendor management and performance oversight during the build and commissioning phases.
- Drive continuous improvement by ensuring post-project reviews and sharing best practices for automation deployment.
- Foster strong working relationships with stakeholders across engineering, operations, safety, cybersecurity, and IT/OT functions.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related technical field plus 5+ years of experience building and deploying industrial automation solutions in large organizations. Associate's Degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related technical field plus 10+ years of experience building and deploying industrial automation solutions in large organizations.
- Expert in successfully managing large, complex automation projects from design through commissioning.
- Expert knowledge in automation architectures, safety standards, and cybersecurity requirements in industrial settings.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent collaboration, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
- 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.
Proficiency with English, spoken and written, is required to manage day to day operations and communication with project and site personnel
Desired Characteristics:
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related technical field.
- 10+ years of experience building and deploying industrial automation solutions in large organizations.
- Expert in program/project management with formal certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
- Experience with system integration, vendor selection, and cross-functional project teams.
- Hands-on commissioning experience in energy, manufacturing, or heavy industry environments.
- Proven track record of delivering results in matrixed, multi-site organizations.
- Ability to manage ambiguity, drive complex projects to closure, and promote best practices.
- Continuous learner with a passion for driving operational excellence and innovation.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.
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 $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 August 14, 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related field plus 5+ years OR Associate's degree plus 10+ years experience building and deploying industrial automation solutions in large organizations.
- Expert in managing large, complex automation projects from design through commissioning.
- Expert knowledge of automation architectures, industrial safety standards, and cybersecurity requirements for OT/IT environments.
- Proven ability to coordinate build, integration, commissioning, testing, validation, and transition to production.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent collaboration, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in English.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States (employer will not sponsor employment visas).
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Application must be submitted via the company careers page (www.careers.gevernova.com).
- Master's degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related field.
- Formal program/project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
- Hands-on commissioning experience in energy, manufacturing, or heavy industry environments.
- 10+ years experience building and deploying industrial automation solutions (preferred/desired).
GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.
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What We Do
GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.
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Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.
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