Lead Project Engineer - Systems Engineering - Rail Applications
Today• Rugby, United Kingdom
Job Description Summary
Trains carry people and goods across continents, and each one depends on many parts working together as one system. Join GE Vernova to help make that happen, and to help power a more sustainable, reliable energy future.
You lead the work that brings rail components and products together into one high-performing system. You guide requirements, integration, and testing from early concept through production and operation. You are an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, working across teams, and helping colleagues grow.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Integrate systems: Combine components and products so the full system performs well and is easy to operate.
- Manage requirements: Define and track product and system requirements and specifications, and pass them down to component teams, suppliers, and partners.
- Verify and validate: Plan and lead validation and verification activities, including system-level testing.
- Manage interfaces: Coordinate the connections between components and the teams that build them.
- Control risk and quality: Guide design teams on critical-to-quality (CTQ) factors and risk trade-offs, using data analysis to support your recommendations.
- Control configuration: Own the product configuration and the configuration control process.
- Lead and mentor: Lead small projects, share best practices, build agreement on sensitive topics, and coach less experienced colleagues.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in engineering or a related field, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 years of relevant experience (USA)
- Significant experience in systems engineering and engineering or technology roles (outside the USA)
- Experience with requirements management, system integration, and verification and validation
- Proven ability to analyze and solve technical problems
- Strong written and spoken communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading projects or programs, including planning, documentation, and delivery
- Knowledge of rail applications and of how competitors differ in the market
- Experience with configuration management and project management methods
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Benefits GE Vernova offers competitive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. You will have opportunities to learn, grow your career, and work with colleagues who care about the energy transition.
Client-provided location(s): Rugby, United Kingdom
Job ID: GE_Vernova-R5057580
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-10-31T18:32:43
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
- 401(K) With Company Matching
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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