A Project Engineering Manager serves as the engineering leader for assigned generator upgrade projects, planning and monitoring engineering activities to fulfill project scope within established timeframes and quality standards. This role provides technical leadership and interfaces with the Proposals Team, Project Manager, Customers, GE Product Engineering, Sourcing, and Engineering sub-contractors.
The Technical Leader for the Project Engineering Team leads high-impact generator upgrade projects within the organization and supports initiatives for improvements and team development. This individual is recognized for their technical expertise working with generators or other power generation fields.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Own risk management and risk mitigations by supporting the team in all ongoing projects. Develop processes to monitor and control risk within projects in execution.
- Continuously improve processes and tools to enhance the efficiency of the generator upgrades team. A mindset of continuous improvement is essential.
- Monitor and improve the productivity of generator upgrade projects. Ensure opportunities for margin accretion and track project costs using EAC (Estimate at Completion) metrics across the Generator upgrade project portfolio.
- Be accountable for leading the technical development of the project engineering team, contributing to the team's technical and process skill matrix.
- Assume the project management role for generator upgrades:
- Own the engineering execution of generator upgrades from contract signature to the completion of GE's contractual obligations.
- Manage a cross-functional engineering team.
- Provide technical guidance and assistance to Project Management and GE’s internal engineering teams.
- Review customer specifications and communicate project requirements to all design functions using internal documentation systems.
- Evaluate the financial and schedule impact of customer-requested scope changes.
- Provide technical support to engineering, sourcing, vendors, and installation teams to ensure equipment meets all customer requirements and business objectives.
- Enforce quality procedures and participate in their improvement.
- Ensure risk management tracking, implement risk mitigation strategies, and escalate issues as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, plus 8+ years of experience in Generator Engineering, Power Generation Operation, or Generator-related activities; or a High School Diploma / GED and 10+ years of relevant Generator work experience.
- Site, manufacturing or design experience with generators.
- Project management experience in complex engineering projects.
- Background in continuous improvement, developing methods, tools, and processes.
Desired Characteristics
- Proficiency in Excel or programming tools to automate manual tasks.
- Continuous improvement mindset to lead initiatives that enhance overall team performance.
- Ability to develop others' skills and technical knowledge.
- Strong leadership skills, empathy, and a collaborative "one team" approach.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
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 April 21, 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
- 8+ years of experience in Generator Engineering or Power Generation Operation
- Project management experience in complex engineering projects
- Site, manufacturing or design experience with generators
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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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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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