Engineering and Technology Leader

About the role

The Engineering & Technology Leader will shape the technical direction of Metem, driving engineering excellence across multiple plant sites. This role is pivotal in advancing GE Vernova's Gas Power value stream.

Responsibilities

• Develop, mentor, and grow a team of technical experts to meet Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and business strategy objectives across three sites.
• Own strategic engineering projects and technical solutions, delivering EHS, quality, delivery, and cost-savings goals on schedule and within budget.
• Define the engineering and technology roadmap; develop proposals and solutions for technology choices, methodologies, and project prioritization/selection criteria.
• Manage Metem's Research & Development efforts for ECM and EDM, as well as R&D focused on future machining and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate current and emerging industry trends; analyze competitive threats and technology gaps to inform strategic decisions.
• Manage, safeguard, and grow Metem's intellectual property portfolio, including patents and proprietary processes.
• Develop technical quotes and proposals to win new work while maximizing customer experience and service.
• Manage capital project pipelines and CAPEX strategy to support continuous improvement in alignment with plant metrics.
• Drive a robust technical training program to build manufacturing process capability and support employee growth.
• Partner with the NPI organization to develop, track, and implement new programs from concept through production.
• Liaise directly with customers to understand future technical needs and clarify current requirements and expectations.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for complex engineering and manufacturing process issues.
• Standardize engineering practices, technical documentation, and process controls across all supported sites.
• Report engineering performance, technical risks, and improvement opportunities to senior business leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required.
• 12+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, operations, engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes; experience with precision machining processes (e.g., ECM, EDM, or comparable non-conventional machining technologies) strongly preferred.
• Ability to influence senior leaders, site teams, and cross-functional stakeholders with clear data, sound judgment, transparency, and operational credibility.
• Strong communication, prioritization, problem-solving, and escalation skills in high-pressure operational environments.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success developing and commercializing new manufacturing technologies or processes.
• Proven track record managing and growing an intellectual property portfolio, including patents.
• Deep technical expertise in ECM, EDM, or other advanced/non-conventional machining processes.
• Six Sigma or Lean certification, with demonstrated success leading Lean transformation efforts to improve equipment layout and material flow.
• Experience influencing and leading cross-functional and matrixed teams across multiple sites, including international locations.
• Strong project management skills combined with a passion for continuous improvement and hands-on problem solving ("go and see" mentality).
• Experience partnering with NPI, customers, and commercial teams to convert technical capability into new business wins.
• A collaborative, team-centered leadership style that fosters innovation and technical growth across the organization.
• Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ certification, Lean certification, or equivalent continuous improvement credential.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
• 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.
• Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.