Roles and Responsibilities
Responsible for the end-to-end oversight and operational delivery of high-impact GNF4 product introductions and modernization projects. This role provides the direct leadership and resource management required to integrate next-generation fuel technology into our existing manufacturing footprint. You will serve as the execution lead within the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) framework, ensuring that technical fuel design is seamlessly translated into shop-floor reality.
Execution & Lifecycle Management: Leads the planning and delivery of GNF4-related product and equipment projects. Responsible for managing project resources and timelines to ensure that modernization efforts do not disrupt steady-state production. Contributes directly to the Pillar III strategy of applying Operational Excellence to maximize facility throughput.
Specialized Technical Leadership: Develops and maintains specialized knowledge of GNF4 fuel technology and fabrication requirements. Serves as a best-practice resource for the broader team, ensuring that latest technical developments are incorporated into project roadmaps while maintaining strict adherence to nuclear quality standards.
Integrated Delivery Coordination: Maintains an in-depth understanding of how GNF4 projects integrate with other functional areas, including Engineering and Commercial Strategy. Uses a working knowledge of the nuclear fuel market and the production volume forecast to ensure project delivery is synchronized with long-term customer demand.
Operational Decision-Making: Employs high-level judgment and technical expertise to solve complex shop-floor constraints. Uses data analysis and Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodology to support recommendations for facility upgrades and production windows. Takes a proactive perspective on existing solutions to identify and eliminate "wheel-spinning" or process inefficiencies.
Consensus & Influence: Acts as a technical and execution resource for cross-functional colleagues. Leads projects with moderate risks and resource requirements, ensuring that all stakeholders (EHS, Quality, Production) are aligned on priorities. Effectively explains difficult or sensitive project information and utilizes strong persuasion skills to build consensus.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in Project Management, Manufacturing Operations, or Engineering within a high-complexity, regulated industrial environment (e.g., Nuclear, Aerospace, or Energy).
- Demonstrated experience leading New Product Introductions (NPI) or facility modernization projects that required coordination between technical design and physical manufacturing execution.
- Proven proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Location Requirement: This position is based at our facility in Wilmington, NC, to support daily shop-floor activities and ensure real-time coordination with production leadership.
Desired Characteristics
- Operational Excellence Advocate: Familiarity with the Theory of Constraints (TOC) and a track record of identifying and resolving manufacturing bottlenecks.
- Nuclear Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of nuclear quality standards (NQA-1) and the unique safety culture required for fuel fabrication.
- Strategic Influencer: Strong persuasion and communication skills; able to build consensus among cross-functional teams (Quality, EHS, Production) and lead without direct reporting authority.
- Analytical Problem-Solver: Skilled at using data analysis to justify project priorities and provide clear recommendations for facility windows and resource allocation.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional InformationGE 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 $114,100.00 and $190,200.00. 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 September 24, 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 from an accredited university or college
- 5-7 years of experience in project management, manufacturing operations, or engineering within a high-complexity, regulated industrial environment such as nuclear, aerospace, or energy
- Experience leading new product introductions or facility modernization projects involving technical design and physical manufacturing execution
- Proficiency with project management software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Experience with enterprise resource planning systems
- Ability to work at the facility in Wilmington, North Carolina, supporting daily shop-floor activities
- Familiarity with Theory of Constraints and experience identifying and resolving manufacturing bottlenecks
- Deep understanding of nuclear quality standards, including NQA-1, and nuclear fuel fabrication safety culture
- Strong persuasion, communication, and cross-functional consensus-building skills
- Data analysis skills for project prioritization, facility-window recommendations, and resource allocation
- Ability to obtain U.S. Government authorization to access U.S. export-controlled information, if applicable
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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
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