Lead Engineer - Program Management

Program Management & Execution

• Manage cross-functional, technology-led, and product-focused programs, including schedule, budget, and tollgate processes for NPI, requisition, and sustaining initiatives.
• Oversee resource and budget allocation/integration while ensuring program outputs align with customer Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) requirements.
• Serve as the primary interface for contractors, suppliers, customers, and internal departments to drive project alignment and delivery.

Leadership & Technical Strategy

• Provide direct leadership, including hiring, staffing, and performance management.
• Leverage in-depth technical discipline and analytical thinking to execute strategy, proposing innovative solutions for complex manufacturing processes and interdependent production cycles.
• Mentorship & Influence: Act as a subject matter expert, guiding junior team members and leading small-scale, low-risk projects to successful completion.
• Decision-Making: Synthesize data from multiple internal and external sources to drive informed decisions and achieve team consensus on complex topics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college.
• 4+ years of experience in a related Engineering field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience within program management.
• OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• 4+ years of experience related to program management working alongside an engineering organization.

Eligibility Requirements

• The work location for this role is Greenville, SC or Schenectady, NY (Relocation assistance provided if not already local).
• Ability and willingness to travel globally up to 10% of the time.

Desired Characteristics

• Exceptional verbal and written skills; ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven track record of identifying and implementing effective, data-driven solutions.
• Full-cycle proficiency in documenting, planning, promoting, and executing complex programs.
• Experience in leading cross-functional projects from inception to completion.
• PMP certification or active pursuit of PMP-level training.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

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.