Head of R&D and Innovation (m/f/d)

IF1865 GE Energy Power Conversion GmbH; Berlin; Presencial; EUR 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

GE Vernova is seeking a Head of R&D and Innovation to architect the future of its engineering capabilities and to lead a high-performance team in turning breakthrough concepts into scalable, value-driving solutions for customers worldwide.

The role drives strategic execution from PoC to industrialization, shapes an external innovation ecosystem, and builds a robust IP portfolio while fostering an entrepreneurial, fail-fast culture across global assets.

Formación

• Advanced degree (Master or PhD) in Engineering, CS, Physics, or Mathematics.
• Proven leadership in R&D or Technology Management with a deep understanding of Power Electronics and AI applications.
• Track record of moving innovations from the lab to the market with business-case discipline.
• Ability to translate breakthroughs into customer value and revenue growth.
• Influencing global stakeholders and inspiring multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluency in English; German proficiency is a significant advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Own the end-to-end innovation lifecycle from ideation to industrialization.
• Lead the cross-functional Innovation Board and external ecosystem partnerships.
• Define and execute the AI strategy for Engineering & Technology and scale AI across assets.
• Develop an IP portfolio through invention disclosures and IP assessments.
• Foster a culture of invention with an entrepreneurial, agile mindset across the org.

Conocimientos

Strategic leadership

R&D management

Power electronics

AI in engineering

Global collaboration

English fluency

German language

Educación

Master's or PhD in Engineering/CS/Physics/Math

Descripción del empleo

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to sit at the intersection of power electronics to drive innovations, AI and global energy transition. As the Head of R&D and Innovation (m/f/d) , you will not just manage technology; you will architect the future of GE Vernova's engineering capabilities. You will lead a high-performing team in transforming breakthrough concepts into scalable, industrial-grade solutions that deliver measurable value to our customers worldwide.

Core Impact & Responsibilities

Strategic Innovation Funnel: Own the end-to-end innovation lifecycle. Accelerate the journey from ideation and proof-of-concept (PoC) to full industrialization, ensuring every investment aligns with clear business cases and revenue potential.

Innovation Ecosystem Orchestration: Lead the cross-functional Innovation Board. Act as the primary conduit between GE Vernova and the external innovation landscape, including elite universities, tech startups, and research institutions to secure our competitive edge.

AI Leadership & Democratization: Define and execute the AI strategy for Engineering & Technology. Drive the portfolio of AI use cases, ensuring rigorous governance, quality assurance, and seamless scaling across global assets.

IP Strategy as a Competitive Asset: Transform technical ingenuity into a robust patent portfolio. Guide the team through complex IP assessment and invention disclosure processes to build a moat around our proprietary technologies.

Culture of Invention: Instill an entrepreneurial, agile mindset across the organization. Empower engineers to push boundaries, pivot quickly, and maintain a "fail-fast, learn-faster" approach to R&D.

The Profile We Are Looking For

Background: Advanced degree (Master or PhD) in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics.

Industry Experience: Proven leadership in R&D or Technology Management, with a deep understanding of Power Electronics and the industrial application of AI.

Strategic Execution: A track record of moving innovations from the lab to the market. You know how to build a business case as well as you know how to validate a prototype.

Commercial Acumen: Ability to translate complex technical breakthroughs into "customer value" that drives revenue and market differentiation.

Influencing Skills: A natural collaborator who can break down silos. You have the gravitas to influence global stakeholders and the charisma to inspire multidisciplinary teams.

Language: Fluency in English is required; professional proficiency in German is a significant advantage.

Why GE Vernova?

At GE Vernova, we are tackling the world's most complex energy challenges. In this role, your work will not stay in the lab-it will power the infrastructure that sustains our world. You will be at the forefront of the energy transition, leading a team that turns "what if" into "what's next".

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, "GE," in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" / "verde" signal Earth's verdant and lush ecosystems. "Nova," from the Latin "novus," nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com