Senior Value Engineer - Direct Air Capture
4 days ago• Greenville, SC
Job Description Summary
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?
What impact you'll make
As a Senior Value Engineer in the Direct Air Capture NPI Engineering team, you will be an active contributor to driving cost optimization and value engineering initiatives for first-of-a-kind carbon removal systems and establishing scalable, repeatable design standards that enable commercial viability of DAC technology.
Job Description
What you'll do
- Lead comprehensive value engineering studies and cost optimization initiatives across DAC system designs and manufacturing processes
- Develop and implement standardized design building blocks and modular approaches for repeatable DAC components including capture modules, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, piping, and structural components.
- Analyze system architectures and equipment selections to identify cost reduction opportunities in materials, manufacturing methods, and installation approaches
- Collaborate with vendors and engineering teams to balance technical performance requirements with cost targets and commercial viability constraints
- Establish value engineering methodologies and best practices specific to DAC technology development and deployment
- Drive cross-functional cost reduction workshops and facilitate value engineering sessions with mechanical, electrical, controls, and process engineering teams
- Develop cost models and life-cycle analyses to evaluate design alternatives and support business case development for DAC products
- Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvement in carbon capture systems
What you'll bring (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related technical discipline with 10+ years of value engineering or cost optimization experience
- Extensive experience in industrial equipment design, manufacturing cost analysis, and value engineering methodologies
- Demonstrated track record leading cost reduction initiatives and achieving measurable cost savings in complex engineering projects
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in cost modeling, financial analysis, and data-driven decision making
- Ability and willingness to travel, 5-20% annually
What will make you stand out
- Experience with carbon capture, clean energy technologies, or process industries such as chemical, petrochemical, or power generation
- Expertise in modular design approaches, skid-based systems, or repeatable industrial products
- Experience in NPI, product development, or early-stage technology commercialization environments
- Demonstrated success in cross-functional leadership and influencing technical decisions across multiple engineering disciplines
- Experience with design-to-cost methodologies, supplier development, and supply chain optimization
- A background in startup-like environments with ability to drive results in fast-paced, resource-constrained settings
- Advanced degree in Engineering, MBA, or professional certification in value engineering
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About GE Vernova Direct Air Capture
GE Vernova's Direct Air Capture business develops innovative carbon removal technologies that capture CO2 directly from ambient air, supporting global decarbonization efforts and helping build a more sustainable energy future.
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 $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 January 08, 2026.
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): Greenville, SC
Job ID: GE_Vernova-109240313
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-01-07T18:31:34
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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