Aero Projects ITR Operations & Improvement Leader

GE Vernova; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a candidate to lead continuous improvement initiatives while leveraging Lean principles and process standardization. Responsibilities include analyzing performance data, collaborating with project managers, and fostering a culture of operational excellence. A Bachelor's degree in engineering or business and experience in process improvement are required. This role offers a remote work option.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Business from an accredited university or college.
• Experience in process improvement, Lean, change management or operational excellence roles.
• Experience leading complex projects, preferably in multinational teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives leveraging Lean principles.
• Identify root causes of process deviations.
• Analyze performance data to uncover inefficiencies.

Skills

Process improvement

Lean principles

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Business

Job description

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 you’ll do

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging Lean principles and process standardization to drive efficiency and effectiveness across operations.
• Identify root causes of process deviations and implement control mechanisms and tools to prevent non-conformances.
• Analyze performance data to uncover inefficiencies, determine root causes, and recommend data-driven solutions that deliver measurable improvements.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence across cross-functional teams.
• Drive standardization efforts to ensure consistency in reporting, operating procedures, and execution methodologies.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize tools, systems, and dashboards for tracking project performance, reporting, and driving improvements.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to capture lessons learned and identify actionable improvement opportunities.
• Lead targeted improvement initiatives based on insights from lessons learned and performance feedback.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, promoting innovation, optimization, and accountability at all levels of the organization.
• Engage and influence Aero HQ functions (e.g., Global Supply Chain, Engineering) to align and drive cross-functional improvement efforts.
• Establish and manage leadership rhythms to report progress on standardization, continuous improvement, and total installed plant cost reduction initiatives.
• Model and promote effective meeting practices, including clear agendas, timely distribution of pre-read materials, action tracking, and consistent follow-up.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Business from an accredited university or college and/or equivalent knowledge / experience.
• Experience in process improvement, Lean, change management or operational excellence roles.
• Experience leading or actively contributing to complex projects, preferably within multinational and cross-functional teams.
• Significant complex project management experience in the energy industry in related functions, including proven functional leadership experience.
• Experience with Aeroderivative project execution.
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

What will make you stand out

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling seamless cross-functional collaboration.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Strong team player with interpersonal, communication, influencing and team building skills.
• Strong critical thinking abilities, capable of analyzing and resolving complex problems efficiently.
• Proven record of success working in a multicultural, regional, cross functional team.
• Strong understanding of project business cases, encompassing impacts as project objectives, risks, opportunities, and performance metrics.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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