GE Vernova Early Career Project Engineer

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Greenville, NC, USA
In-Office
72K-108K Annually
Entry level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
Support power generation projects from proposal through execution. Assist with technical coordination, risk mitigation, budget and schedule tracking, Lean continuous improvement, and stakeholder communications under guidance from experienced leaders.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Description SummaryAs an early-career engineer within the GE Vernova Heavy Duty Plant Engineering (HDPE) team focusing on the Inquiry to Remittance (ITR) process, you will contribute within the lifecycle of our power generation projects—from proposal development and technical solutioning to project execution. You will work within a collaborative, cross-functional environment, supporting the delivery of high-quality technical solutions that meet our customer expectations and business objectives. You will function with guidance from experienced leaders, learning to manage project technical requirements while developing a mindset focused on Lean principles, quality, and operational excellence.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • The following are responsibilities within the organization that you will have the opportunity to support:

  • Project Execution: Assist in the delivery of assigned project scopes, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, technical standards, and safety protocols.
  • Technical Coordination: Act as a junior point of contact for internal engineering organizations, supporting the coordination of design documentation, and addressing technical inquiries.
  • Risk Mitigation: Support project risk management by identifying potential schedule or technical hurdles early and assisting in the implementation of mitigation plans.
  • Lean & Continuous Improvement: Participate in Lean engineering initiatives to simplify interfaces and improve efficiency. Contribute to "lessons learned" feedback loops to prevent reoccurring issues.
  • Financial & Schedule Awareness: Support the tracking of project budgets, cost estimates, and schedules to ensure timely delivery and alignment with project financials.
  • "Bid, Sell, & Execute the Standard": Apply standardized processes to project deliverables to drive consistency, quality, and productivity across all ITR segments.
  • Communication: Assist in preparing project updates for stakeholders, highlighting key milestones and technical risks.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related discipline) from an accredited college or university.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
  • Commitment to the GE Vernova Way: Integrity, Curiosity, and Excellence.
  • 0-1-year engineering experience

Eligibility Requirements:

  • The required work location is Greenville, SC or Schenectady, NY (relocation assistance is available)
  • Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States of America is required. We will not provide sponsorship for this role now or in the future.

Desired Characteristics

  • Recent university graduate with internship or co-op experience in power generation, manufacturing, or heavy industry environments.
  • Foundational knowledge of project management principles or engineering design lifecycles.
  • Familiarity with Lean methodology or process improvement tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new software tools and documentation systems quickly.
  • Ability and willingness to travel as required to support project sites or customer meetings.

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



For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $72,000.00 and $108,000.00. 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 July 15, 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 (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related)
  • 0-1 year engineering experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively in a team
  • Commitment to the GE Vernova Way: Integrity, Curiosity, and Excellence
  • Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship provided
  • Required work location: Greenville, SC or Schenectady, NY (relocation assistance available)
  • Successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable)
  • Internship or co-op experience in power generation, manufacturing, or heavy industry environments
  • Foundational knowledge of project management principles or engineering design lifecycles
  • Familiarity with Lean methodology or process improvement tools
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new software tools and documentation systems quickly
  • Ability and willingness to travel as required to support project sites or customer meetings

GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Vernova and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Vernova.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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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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