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Work in this family typically has the objective of demonstrating through test or analyses the performance and implementation potential of a conceptImpacts the team's ability to achieve service, quality and timeliness of objectives. The role is subject to operating policy objectives. There is moderate autonomy within the role. High levels of operational judgment are required to achieve outcomes required.\nJob Description\nOwn & Grow the Technology Portfolio\nBuild and manage a robust portfolio of research programs that advance the following aspects of mechanical engineering - mechanical design, inspection technologies and advanced manufacturing methods across GE Vernova's Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses\nLead early-stage technology development with high disruption potential - from first concept through successful transition to the businesses\nDevelop multi-generational technology roadmaps that give GE Vernova's businesses a competitive, multi-year structural mechanics strategy\nPartner with Chief Engineers, Chief Scientists, and Senior Principal Engineers to align structural mechanics and durability strategy with product and manufacturing goals across the enterprise\nDrive Strategy Through Collaboration\nServe as the strategic link between GE Vernova Advanced Research, business units, and external partners including U.S. government agencies\nWork closely with the Technology Director and Mission Leaders to continuously shape and evolve the vision for the Mechanical Design, Inspection and Advanced Manufacturing team\nCoordinate disruptive technology efforts with GE Vernova's business teams and ensure integration into long-term product and technology plans\nEstablish, grow, and maintain strategic external relationships with government agencies, national labs, academic institutions, and industry partners\nActively represent and promote GE Vernova's research capabilities in the broader scientific and energy community\nLead, Develop & Inspire Your Team\nLead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of technologists and researchers - creating a culture where scientific excellence and personal growth go hand in hand\nChampion talent acquisition and retention, recruiting exceptional engineers and scientists who raise the bar for the organization\nProvide meaningful coaching, career development, and structured growth opportunities for team members at every level\nDrive adoption of Lean principles, project/program management best practices, and operational discipline across all team activities\nExecute with Operational Excellence\nEnsure all programs operate with the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance\nOwn resource planning that balances organizational priorities with individual researcher development goals\nDrive accountability for project execution in a fast-paced, matrixed research environment\nManage financial stewardship including budget oversight and investment prioritization across the team's program portfolio\nRequired Qualifications\nEducation: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience - OR - Master's degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.\nTechnical Expertise: 5+ years of hands-on experience leading technical programs or R&D efforts in mechanical design, inspection technologies, advanced manufacturing methods, or a closely related engineering discipline.\nPeople Leadership: Proven direct management experience leading teams of 3 or more engineers or scientists, with demonstrated ability to develop talent, navigate performance, and build high-performing organizations.\nEligibility Requirements\nLegal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; this role is not eligible for immigration or visa sponsorship. This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws. Consistent with U.S. export regulations, we can only consider applicants who are “U.S. persons” as defined by law.\nMust be willing to work onsite at GE Vernova Advanced Research, Niskayuna, NY - onsite presence is essential to support hands-on collaboration and direct reports\nPreferred Qualifications\nDemonstrated track record of successfully contributing to, writing and executing on competitive proposals with U.S. government agencies such as DOE, ARPA-E, DOD, DARPA, or equivalent federal sponsors.\nAbility to translate complex technical and business challenges into clear priorities, actionable plans, and measurable outcome\nIndustrial application experience in mechanical engineering with emphasis on mechanical design, inspection technologies or advanced manufacturing methods - with direct exposure to the challenges of scaling solutions from lab research into production environments\nDemonstrated success in transitioning R&D technology into commercial or industrial products, including full lifecycle ownership from concept through deployment\nExperience leading or collaborating with global or geographically distributed teams across multiple business functions and engineering disciplines in a matrixed environment\nFamiliarity with advanced design tools, various inspection technologies of relevance to structural materials and/or manufacturing processes, and advanced manufacturing methods including additive manufacturing\nUnderstanding of customer needs and competitive industry trends in power generation, wind energy, or electrification - with the ability to convert insights into technology strategy\nTrack record of building and sustaining a culture of safety and continuous improvement within a technical research or engineering organization\nExperience with Lean methodologies applied in a research, product development, or early-stage technology environment\nActive presence in the professional community through conference participation, publications, or technical society leadership that advances GE Vernova's external reputation\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to present complex structural mechanics concepts to executive and non-technical business audiences\nFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $144,870.00 and $241,230.00. 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