Senior Project Engineering Manager

Job Description Summary

The Technical Leader leads at GE Vernova is responsible for supporting the technical and system engineering that in turn results in better design, validation, and lifecycle management of products within the company's energy and power systems portfolio.

Ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams-such as R&D, third party (suppliers and contributors), manufacturing, quality, and product management-to ensure products meet performance, cost, and reliability targets

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• • Provide technical leadership for a team of engineers for all product design aspects of the assigned system
• Own and Deliver projects utilising proven methodologies in Project Management e.g. PMI PMBOK, PRINCE2 etc.
• Create and maintain detailed program plans while controlling requirements/scope, holding the responsible parties accountable to deadlines, maintaining risk logs, leading project meetings and chairing project gate reviews
• Liaise with stakeholders such as Product leaders, Principal engineers, EHS, Safety, Quality, IP, Cyber and People leaders for timely & quality execution of the NPI projects.
• Report to key stakeholders - Status, KPIs, Budgets, Risk Register, supporting Decisions & Escalations where needed
• Motivate a matrix team to deliver complex and critical projects on scope, time, cost (full budget control) and quality requirements following proper gate review processes, and deliver a cyber secure automation and controls system
• Coordinate where necessary with global teams, other functions including ITO, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance and Marketing, EHS, Safety, Quality, IP, Cyber, Technical Regs & Standards, and other functions.
• Program Increment release paperwork and chair NPI Gate Reviews, Aligning Objectives with Program Sponsors, Product Managers, Principal Engineers & Team

Technical Leadership

• Provide expert-level understanding of MiCOM P40 relay protection algorithms. (ideal)
• Understanding of IEC 61850 standard and its application in power systems protection. (ideal)
• Define and review functional and technical specifications for new developments.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with cross-functional teams (hardware, firmware, software, validation, application engineering).
• Present technical and product updates to internal teams and customers.
• Support product demonstrations, technical training, and trade shows as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Deep expertise in protection and control systems. Ideally in protection relay engineering, system integration, or product ownership in the power systems protection and control field.
• Successful experience in project technical management in a multi-disciplinary team's context including multiple interfaces and with products coming from several countries.
• Strong understanding of protection principles (distance, differential, overcurrent, busbar etc.) and utility applications, with a focus on the transmission level.
• Experience in Agile product development and backlog management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to bridge technical detail with business priorities.

At GE Vernova - Grid Automation, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of energy. We offer a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will make a tangible impact. Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation and excellence in control systems.

About GE Grid Solutions:

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Stafford, United Kingdom

Job ID: GE_power-901962876

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-02-07T18:32:50