Technical Leader – Design Engineering Drafting (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

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Hiring Remotely in Wilmington, NC
In-Office or Remote
111K-213K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
The Technical Leader will provide technical leadership in design engineering, manage project schedules, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards for nuclear plant projects.
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Job Description SummaryThe Technical Leader – Design Engineering Drafting, contributes to the team responsible for the development of Design Engineering activities in support the New Plants Engineering projects. The Technical Leader will perform activities within a team environment, working with a global team of partner organizations and suppliers to successfully deliver New Nuclear Plant Projects

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

  • Provide Technical Leadership of a small group of Engineers and Contractors in activities related to analyses, calculations and technical evaluations required for timely resolution of design and implementation issues
  • Manage project work schedules and priorities
  • Mentor and provide technical leadership in area of expertise to other engineers and projects
  • Work within a team environment to execute work plans within budget and schedule
  • Support drafting of civil and mechanical design and/or equipment construction activities, respond to vendor questions and deviation requests; review and approve vendor document submittals
  • Support the certification processes for GE Products (e.g. BWRX-300, VTR, Natrium) to address all US NRC (or other nuclear regulator) design certification requirements
  • Establish and maintain technical oversight of the applicable regulations (e.g.; US, other national, or global region)
  • Have other duties as assigned by Manager
  • Interface with internal and external customers, suppliers, partners, licensing, the NRC and international regulatory authorities on technical issues
  • Incorporate design requirements into analyses and design documents
  • Support GVH quality requirements, including participation in design reviews, initiating and
  • Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures
  • Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or other engineering discipline from an accredited college or University;
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in a technology or engineering role.

Eligibility Requirements

  • The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered.
  • This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology.  GE will require proof of U.S. person status prior to employment.

Desired Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree or greater in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or University
  • Minimum of 5-8 years of Nuclear or Industrial Technology or Engineering experience is preferred.
  • Nuclear Industry knowledge / experience
  • Strong knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, BWR core/fuel material behavior, and mechanical or structural design fundamentals
  • Strong communication and writing skills and capable of articulating specific technical topics or assignments
  • Strong facilitation, team building, communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of project management. 
  • Knowledge of quality standards and systems (e.g., NQA-1 and ISO 9000)
  • Strong analytical capabilities, problem solving and process skills
  • Honest and straightforward with a high level of personal integrity.
  • Detail-oriented and accountable for results.
  • Ability to work effectively within a highly collaborative environment
  • A self-starter willing to take initiative
  • Professional Engineer registration in one or more states

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 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: Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: February 27, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $111,200.00 and $213,200.00. 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 January 30, 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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Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
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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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