Job Description Summary
The Fleet Platform Systems Engineering team is seeking an experienced Lead Technical Program Manager to lead the development and introduction of innovative wind turbine programs. This role involves oversight of the engineering development process for new wind turbine designs, upgrades, features, and market launches.
The ideal candidate is proactive, independent, and possesses a strong sense of ownership over program schedules, budgets, and resource allocation. Key responsibilities include managing deliverables such as design reviews, tollgates, bill of material releases, product documentation, validation, lifecycle management, and implementing lessons learned. The Lead Technical Program Manager will collaborate closely with System Engineers, Product Line Managers, Subsystem Program Managers, System Integration Leaders, Component Owners, and Configuration Management to ensure a cohesive team environment aimed at developing world-class wind turbines.
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Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and Maintain Program Framework: Oversee the creation and continuous updating of integrated program schedules, budgets, resource allocations, and priority discussions for medium-sized New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, from conception to product phase-out.
- Coordinate and Monitor Deliverables: Work collaboratively with Subsystem Program Managers to manage deliverables and detailed schedules, enhancing visibility and addressing critical path activities.
- Facilitate Issue Resolution: Collaborate closely with the Systems Engineer and Product Line Manager to resolve issues, develop contingency plans, and conduct scenario planning.
- Provide Cross-Functional Leadership: Engage with Sourcing, Manufacturing, Projects, Services, and external partners to ensure successful achievement of pivotal product development milestones.
- Risk Management: Lead efforts to communicate and escalate programmatic and technical risks, ensuring timely intervention and mitigation strategies.
- Oversee Change Management: Direct the execution of change management processes related to the product bill of materials, ensuring seamless integration and updates.
- Ensure Process Compliance: Uphold adherence to engineering processes to maintain superior quality standards in work outputs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Program Management, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related discipline.
Desired Characteristics
- Proficiency in analyzing complex issues, identifying potential solutions, and facilitating effective decision-making processes.
- Strong ability to prioritize information and apply analytical thinking to support informed decision-making.
- Technical aptitude with a solid understanding of industrial-scale projects or products.
- A holistic system or product-level perspective, ensuring comprehensive oversight.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills, adaptable for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong interpersonal abilities and leadership qualities, fostering effective team collaboration.
- Proven project management expertise, with a track record of successful project delivery.
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