Sr. Director - Program Management (Physical AI)
Today• Flexible / Remote
Greenville, SC
Job Description Summary
The AI program manager role will be responsible for shaping and executing a global strategy to embed physical artificial intelligence, robotics, and automation across GEV GP manufacturing footprint. This role will lead the transformation of factories into AI-driven, highly automated, and resilient production systems, leveraging robotics, autonomous material handling, agentic AI, computer vision, and industrial IoT. The role sets-up the IT strategy as well drive operational execution working closely with GSC functional leadership. This role will partner with Robotics council, external partners and internal teams to ensure our factories are at the forefront of Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 capabilities and positioning physical AI as a growth pillar for the business -delivering business impact, and breakthrough performance in productivity, safety, quality, sustainability and resilience.
This role requires a deeply skilled program leader with extensive experience managing end-to-end delivery of AI-driven products and services within large, matrixed organizations.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
Strategy & Leadership
- Define the global vision and IT roadmap for Physical AI and Automation in alignment with manufacturing and digital strategies.
- Build and lead a IT center of excellence for robotics, automation, and physical AI, ensuring knowledge sharing across regions.
- Act as a thought leader internally and externally, representing the company in industry forums, partnerships, and joint innovation programs.
Technology & Innovation
- Drive the integration of AI-driven robotics, cobots, AGVs/AMRs, IT systems (MES/ERP/PLM) and autonomous production systems across global sites.
- Oversee the design and deployment of AI-enhanced robotics systems (e.g., adaptive machining, predictive quality inspection, autonomous material flow).
- Champion industrial data & AI platforms, ensuring scalable and modern data architecture and AI Ops.
Operations & Delivery
- Lead global programs to standardize and scale automation solutions across the manufacturing footprint while adapting to regional/local contexts.
- Ensure interoperability of AI/robotics platforms with enterprise IT/OT ecosystems.
- Support global KPIs for productivity, quality, OEE, energy efficiency, workforce augmentation, and sustainability impact.
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People & Transformation
- Develop and mentor a world-class team of data engineers, data architects, manufacturing process experts, and automation specialists.
- Drive workforce transformation-reskilling programs, human-robot collaboration models, and safe deployment of automation.
- Champion a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement across factories.
Partnerships & Ecosystem
- Forge strategic alliances with global technology partners, startups, universities, and research labs to co-innovate on physical AI applications.
- Shape the company's role in industrial standards bodies and AI/robotics consortiums.
- Evaluate M&A or joint venture opportunities to accelerate automation capabilities.
- Own and drive the comprehensive program-level strategy for AI solution delivery, including creating and maintaining a dynamic roadmap that aligns with business priorities, technical capability maturation, and enterprise transformation goals within the multi-generation product development framework.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing technology, automation, Artificial Intelligence or industrial digital transformation.
Preferred
- Proven success deploying automation at scale across multi-site, multi-region industrial operations.
- Strong knowledge of industrial AI, robotics, MES/ERP integration, IoT, and edge/cloud architectures.
- Experience leading large, complex programs and global cross-functional teams.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to connect technology investments to business outcomes.
- Master's degree or MBA.
- Experience delivering AI/ML-enabled products and services across the full lifecycle.
- Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and data science collaboration models.
- Experience leading change management and enterprise adoption of AI solutions.
What will help you succeed
- Ability to translate strategic goals into clear program priorities and execution plans.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across technical and business teams.
- Excellent organization, risk management, and delivery discipline in complex environments.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain AI concepts to varied audiences.
- Passion for industrial innovation, sustainability, and emerging technologies.
- Curiosity, adaptability, and resilience in fast-evolving environments.
Note
If being hired in Hungary, successful applicant will be legally eligible to enter into an employment relationship under the laws of Hungary.
This Job Description is intended to provide a high-level guide to the role. However, it is not intended to amend or otherwise restrict/expand the duties required from each individual employee as set out in their respective employment contract and/or as otherwise agreed between an employee and their manager.
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
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $154,800.00 and $258,000.00. 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 April 01, 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): Flexible / Remote, Greenville, SC
Job ID: GE_power-1530230330
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-04-02T18:37:09
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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