Automation Deployment Leader

Posted 14 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office or Remote
111K-185K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
The Automation Deployment Leader coordinates automation project builds and commissioning, ensuring timelines and budget compliance, while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and managing risks.
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Job Description SummaryThe Automation Deployment Lead is a recognized expert in robotics and automation responsible for coordinating the end-to-end build, integration, and commissioning of automation solutions across GE Vernova’s enterprise. This senior professional works cross-functionally with system integrators, site readiness teams, and technology architects to ensure seamless project execution and handover into operations. The Automation Deployment Leader manages timelines, budgets, and stakeholder alignment to deliver automation projects that meet rigorous performance, safety, and cybersecurity requirements. With deep expertise in industrial automation and formal program/project management, this role drives successful deployments in complex, large-scale environments. The Automation and Deployment leader is critical in shaping and directing GE Vernova’s global automation strategy through deep engagement in the shops and throughout the automation ecosystem.

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.
  • 5+ 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.

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.

The salary range for this position is $111,200 - $185,400 USD, annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s education and skill set. This position may also be eligible for a sign on incentive and new hire equity grant based on meeting certain eligibility criteria. This position will remain posted until at least November 10th, 2025.

GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more.

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: Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: December 05, 2025

Top Skills

Automation
Automation Architectures
Cybersecurity
Industrial Automation
Program Management
Robotics
Safety Standards
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The Company
HQ: , Cambridge, MA
75,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2024

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.

Why Work With Us

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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