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

GE Vernova, Inc.; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

GE Vernova, Inc. seeks a strategic technology leader to own the end-to-end innovation lifecycle from concept to industrialization, aligning investments with business value.

You will chair the Innovation Board, coordinate with universities, startups, and research partners to secure competitive advantage. You will define the AI strategy for Engineering & Technology, manage a portfolio of AI use cases with governance and scaling across global assets, and build a robust IP portfolio.

Qualifikationen

• Master or PhD in Engineering, CS, Physics or Mathematics.
• Proven leadership in R&D or Technology Management with deep power electronics and AI understanding.
• Ability to build business cases and validate prototypes across a lifecycle.
• Translate breakthroughs into customer value to drive revenue and differentiation.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder influence across global teams.
• Fluency in English; German proficiency is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Own end-to-end innovation lifecycle from ideation to industrialization with clear business cases.
• Lead cross-functional Innovation Board and collaborate with external partners to secure competitive edge.
• Define and execute the AI strategy for Engineering & Technology across global assets.
• Develop IP strategy and guide invention disclosures to build a patent moat.
• Foster an entrepreneurial, agile culture and a fail-fast learning mindset.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

R&D leadership

Power electronics

AI governance

Strategic execution

Commercial acumen

Influencing skills

English fluency

Ausbildung

Master or PhD in Engineering/CS/Physics/Math

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to sit at the intersection of power electronics to drive innovations, AI and global energy transition.

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to sit at the intersection of power electronics to drive innovations, AI and global energy transition.

Job Description

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."

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes