Project Engineering Director (m/w/d)

Posted 4 Days Ago
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3 Locations
In-Office
10-10 Annually
Expert/Leader
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
Lead the technical execution of HVDC projects, ensuring engineering deliverables align with client expectations and project specifications, while managing risks and team coordination.
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Job Description SummaryAs a Project Engineering Director at GEV you will be responsible for leading the technical execution of complex and large-scale HVDC projects in the energy sector, including power generation, transmission, and distribution. You will act as the main technical liaison between the customer and the project team, ensuring that engineering deliverables meet all technical, cost, and time requirements. Your leadership will drive cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client expectations and support the company’s commitment to excellence and sustainability

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the overall technical coordination and management of projects, ensuring efficient communication with customers and internal teams.
  • Ensure that all engineering designs are aligned with customer specifications, budget constraints, and project timelines.
  • Coordinate the design reviews and manage the engineering activities for all project work packages, focusing on large-scale, complex projects such as HVDC and FACTS systems.
  • Monitor project risks and opportunities, providing mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution.
  • Oversee document control and configuration management, ensuring all project documentation is accurate and delivered on time.
  • Manage technical interactions with subcontractors and ensure the integration of their deliverables with the overall project plan.
  • Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) guidelines throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Lead Return on Experience (ROE) initiatives, capturing lessons learned for continuous improvement.

What you bring:

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

  • Experience: 10+ years of engineering experience in the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) environment, particularly in the power generation, transmission, and distribution sectors (T&D).
  • Technical Expertise: Mastery of key engineering processes, such as plant configuration, civil works, control and protection hardware, and electrical design.
  • Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects and inspire teams to achieve challenging goals.
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical messages to customers and internal teams.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to make informed decisions and resolve technical issues efficiently under pressure.
  • Adaptability: Willingness to travel globally for short to medium periods and work in diverse locations.
  • Fluent in English, German language is a decisive advantage

What We're Offering:

  • Professional Growth: Access to extensive training resources and opportunities for career development in a dynamic and growing global team.
  • Exciting Projects: Work on high-profile, innovative projects, including the latest in power generation and grid technologies.
  • Global Exposure: Collaborate with a diverse team of industry experts and gain valuable international experience.
  • Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative culture that fosters creativity and teamwork, providing the support you need to thrive.

Perspectives:

  • Career Advancement: Clear paths for progression to senior leadership roles within the organization.
  • Innovation: Be at the forefront of technological advancements in the energy sector, contributing to sustainable solutions for the global power industry.
  • Global Impact: Play a key role in shaping the future of energy, working on projects that drive the decarbonization and electrification of the world.
  • Network Building: Expand your professional network by working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

This role not only offers the excitement of working on cutting-edge projects but also provides a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and impact within the global energy industry

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Top Skills

Distribution
Engineering Processes
Facts Systems
Hvdc
Power Generation
Transmission
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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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