Lead Application Engineer Complex ITO Gas Upgrades
Yesterday• Schenectady, NY
Job Description Summary
Looking to make a global impact and solve problems?
Through relentless innovation and continuous collaboration with our customers, GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, is providing more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today by building the energy technologies of the future.
What impact you'll make?
The Heavy-Duty (HD) Services Complex Inquiry to Order (ITO) Engineering team owns the application engineering of conversions, modifications, and uprates (CM&U) to the installed fleet of HD Gas Turbines. The Lead Application Engineer will own Inquiry To Order (ITO) activities for the Gas Power Services Complex Gas team, such as proposal generation and TAG development globally as well as drive consistency and common global processes for project implementation in the Complex projects space for the large and diverse installed fleet of Gas Power units.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
The Lead Application Engineer (AE) has the following roles and responsibilities:
- Develops technical solutions (configuration, performance estimation, economics, etc.) as part of the Inquiry To Order (ITO) process while working directly with the commercial and sales teams. The ITO process for the Engineering team refers to technical analysis of client need, which includes definition and optimization of the products with respect to scope, schedule, industrial scheme, cost, and internal policies and procedures.
- Collaborates with design COE teams to develop an understanding of plant, system and equipment performance and efficiency post-upgrade.
- Clearly documents technical specifications & costing elements for a CM&U upgrade as well as a level of customization of products for specific customer needs.
- Owns relevant Technical Application Guidelines (TAG) to support accurate and timely proposal generation.
- Demonstrates an understanding of key business drivers and how they are used to support proposal generation.
- Demonstrates an understanding of how to work with the larger Applications teams and how to integrate with other teams in a matrixed organization to contribute to the needs of the business.
- Resolves issues in situations that require good technical knowledge and judgment within established procedures.
- Works with supporting team, e.g. AEMs, OTR, Design COEs, Comm. Ops, and Sales, for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters to build and influence winning solutions for our customers.
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Required Qualifications
- For roles outside of the USA- This role requires advanced experience in the Engineering/Technology & Customer Application Engineering. Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
- For roles in USA - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).
Desired Characteristics
- Experience in HD Services ITO or ITR Engineering and familiarity with ITR processes.
- Knowledge of the Legacy Alstom Gas Turbine technology.
- Knowledge of the GE Vernova Gas Turbine product portfolio.
- Strong leadership/interpersonal and influencing skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience and demonstrated success working in a global cross-functional environment.
- Master's degree in engineering from an accredited university.
GE 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.
GE 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).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. 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 December 22, 2025.
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. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Client-provided location(s): Schenectady, NY
Job ID: GE_Vernova-1515921635
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-12-23T18:31:32
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
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