Systems Technical Program Manager
About the Role
The Repairs Program Manager drives programs on the cutting edge of technology, focusing on developing solutions for field execution that align with Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost Reduction. Programs include crane-less solutions for Major Component replacements, new tools for safer technician work, and process improvements to reduce repair time. The role involves tackling highly complex problems with significant business impact while enhancing turbine availability and technician working conditions.
Responsibilities
- Own the development and maintenance of integrated program schedules, budgets, resource identification, and priority discussions for Repairs programs from conception through product sunset.
- Coordinate deliverables, execution, and detailed schedules with Subsystem teams to escalate visibility to critical path activities.
- Provide cross-functional product leadership, collaborating with EHS, Sourcing, Quality, Services, and external parties to achieve critical product development milestones.
- Facilitate issue resolution in close coordination with the product Systems Engineer and Product Manager, including contingency planning and scenario development.
- Provide regular cross-functional leadership updates and escalate programmatic and technical risks.
- Ensure compliance with engineering processes to maintain high-quality work outputs.
- Drive continuous process improvement for repairs and provide input into engineering practices related to design for serviceability.
- Ensure program outputs align with Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) requirements.
- Incorporate lessons learned from field personnel into next-generation products.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university or similar.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Program Management, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related fields.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, including international and domestic travel.
Desired Skills
- Ability to break down complex issues, determine possible courses of action, and enable effective decision-making.
- Strong prioritization and analytical thinking for decision-making.
- Technical aptitude and familiarity with industrial-scale projects and/or product development.
- System or product-level mindset.
- Effective oral and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated project management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of wind industry standards for product development.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with company matching and retirement contributions.
- Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
- Tuition assistance and adoption assistance.
- Paid parental leave and disability benefits.
- Life insurance and 12 paid holidays.
- Permissive time off.
Pay
For candidates applying to a U.S.-based position, the pay range is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. A geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary may apply in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility includes a discretionary annual bonus.
Relocation assistance provided.