Program Manager - Engineering Tools

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4 Locations
In-Office
113K-189K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
The Program Manager oversees software tools for Gas Power Engineering, managing budgets, strategy, and vendor negotiations to optimize tool usage and align with operational goals.
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Job Description SummaryThe Program Manager of Engineering Tools is a senior engineering position that focuses on delivering world-class asset management and strategy for a ~$125M+ portfolio of software developed and sustained for Gas Power Engineering and other Gas Power teams. The role’s primary scope includes serving as the Operational Program Manager of GPE’s largest portfolio of tools, encompassing over 1000 different engineering and enterprise applications, GPE’s overall Tools Strategy, and representative tool functionality collaboration for budget-driven needs. Additionally, the position owns GPE’s tool intake process, where annual business funding requests exceed $200M, to vet out planned and emergent software needs while pushing prioritization decisions that bring the funded tool portfolio into alignment with operational targets. The Program Manager will collaborate cross-functionally across Engineering, Operations, DT, Executive Leadership, Sourcing and Business Pillars to progress goals, such as engaging in contract negotiations with vendors, and pursuing holistic product road maps that optimize the tools Gas Power invests in. Role coverage includes taking part in GE Vernova-wide tool strategies where it makes sense and the potential to expand PM role assignment to other tool programs, like GPE’s Fixed Production Cost-funded AI tools.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Manage Engineering’s Fixed Production Cost (FPC) Tools Program operationally, applying internal controls to monitor and report on program health, interfacing with Value Streams on strategy, aligning with DT, leadership, and others on budget allocations, and working to continuously improve awareness, effectiveness, and efficiency of program activities.
  • Act as the business voice to execute $35MM+ annual software purchase/renewal scope for Gas Power and other GE Vernova businesses. This includes providing forecast intel and help in resolving issues preventing timely, adequate, and optimized license and maintenance purchases, in coordination with DT and others.
  • Work closely with the Engineering, other Business teams, and IT managers to understand software requirements and with Operations, Key Stakeholders, and other Leaders to understand strategic roadmaps to drive quality + savings opportunities.
  • Own the Engineering tools intake process for planned and emergent software needs, seeking to increasingly apply lean methodology to process execution, engagement, coordination, and transparency, seeing actions to completion.
  • Maintain accurate financial pacing for GPE’s Fixed Production Cost tool funding.
  • Drive timely completion of GE Vernova-wide activities, seeking alignment for Gas Power Engineering, and coordinating appropriately to address software risks and needs.
  • Act as an Engineering tools representative for business transformational strategies.
  • Drive a consistent communication and interaction rhythm on Tool program status and operational improvements with colleagues, stakeholders, and leadership.
  • Take on assignments beyond position scope, as requested or required

Basic Qualifications

  • Major experience in project management or operations, with preferable focus in engineering and/or other software tools and technologies
  • Experience with software asset management processes, tools, and capacity planning
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in STEM from an accredited university or college preferred OR equivalent knowledge and experience

Desired Characteristics

  • Demonstrated leadership experience that embodies the GE Vernova Way:
    • (1) Is an INNOVATION enabler to solve challenging issues, uphold the value of, and improve upon internal controls strategy for engineering tools and capabilities
    • (2) Considers over-arching business asks with CUSTOMER FOCUS in view when recommending actions and strategies that impact product and service value
    • (3) Indoctrinates a LEAN mindset in all work areas, eliminating non-value-added activities while leveraging expertise beyond current field to simplify full value stream.
    • (4) Collaborates effectively to ensure value, quality, and accuracy of outputs support a ONE TEAM approach focused on the realization of win-win solutions.
    • (5) Accepts ACCOUNTABILITY for outputs that individually and collectively deliver on commitments and purpose, always with Safety and Quality consideration.
  • Self-directed - able to work in a dynamic environment with limited direction
  • Has “change agent” mindset. Identifies critical path decisions, makes recommendations, influences leaders and tool owners to maximize customer & internal business benefits
  • Effectively communicates, providing recommendations through the analysis, preparation, and presentation of technical data to all levels of the organization
  • Sets realistic objectives, accurately appraises situations, detects risks and issues, provides constructive feedback, and adapts seamlessly to changes in priorities.
  • Strategic thinker with strong organization, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
  • Comfortable leading decision-making discussions with clear next steps and owners

Differentiating Characteristics

  • Experience with cross-functional, cross-business teams at GE Vernova
  • Holds strategy and program expertise for operations, preferably proficient with cross-functional and cross-business planning and management, including basic finance/budgeting
  • Demonstrated capability and passion for program management, including within a matrix-based, global engineering team
  • Keen understanding of software negotiations, purchasing strategies, and partnership arrangements
  • Holds general engineering tools knowledge of Enterprise Tools (e.g. ERP, PLM, CSM, MES, etc.), CAD/CAE, Automation/ML/AI, and/or other Systems Tools.

If contracted in the UK:
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working - UK Border Agency website.
 

Additional Information

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 March 16, 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.

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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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