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including Problem Solving Reports (PSR), Gemba Walks, Kaizen Events, 3x5 Why (Root Cause Analysis), Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and daily management practices identifying waste, reduce cycle time, and improve execution quality across HDNU extended scope milestone processes.\nLead or support VSM Current State and Future State exercises for Project milestone execution, building on the VSM review conducted during the Lean Workout.\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline) from an accredited college or university.\n5+ years of experience in controls engineering, systems engineering, or Strongly related Engineering discipline.\nEligibility Requirements:\nThis opportunity is eligible for a Hybrid work format (2 days on, 3 days off) for U.S GEV Hubs (Schenectady, NY).\nDesired Characteristics:\nStrong technical writing skills with demonstrated ability to author clear, structured process documentation, job aids, checklists, and work instructions (Highly preferred).\nKnowledge of either Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines or DCS Controls environments, including familiarity with milestone-based software execution processes.\nDemonstrated experience applying Lean methodologies in an engineering or manufacturing environment, including VSM, PSR, Gemba, Kaizen, and root cause analysis tools such as 3x5 Why.\nFamiliarity with Confluence (or equivalent engineering knowledge management platforms) and CLM (or equivalent test management/checklist platforms).\nExperience with GE Vernova tools and platforms, including ControlST, AVEVA (IO tools), ACME, Mark VIe, PLM and CLM.\nAdditional Information\nGE 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.\nGE 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).\nRelocation Assistance Provided: No\nFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 October 14, 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. 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