Blade Repair Deployment Leader

GE Vernova; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Blade Repair Deployment Leader in Boston, Massachusetts to lead and support the development of new blade repair technologies for our global Wind Service operations. You will serve as the primary liaison among multiple teams and lead training requirements and continuous improvement efforts.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and is willing to travel 50% of the time internationally. This role offers relocation assistance and encourages development within a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• Ability to travel 50% of the time, including international travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support development and deployment of new blade repair technologies.
• Be the primary liaison between various teams in Blade Repair programs.
• Establish global training requirements and strategy for new products.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts for new and existing capabilities.

Skills

Project management skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Analytical skills

Lean, Six Sigma certification or equivalent

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Blade Repair Deployment Leader will lead and support the development and deployment of new blade repair technologies and tooling for our global Wind Service OM&U Business. They will also lead lean efforts for new and existing processes/capabilities to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, & Cost.

Essential Responsibilities

• Be the primary liaison between the Global Wind Services OM&U (Operations, Tooling Centers, EHS) and Wind Engineering (Blade Repairs, Systems Engineering, ARC, Repair & Installation Technology, Product Line, FPM) in the areas of Blade Repair programs.
• Lead Global Validations & Beta Period of tooling/process products by working with Wind Engineering, Product Line, Regional Execution Teams, EHS and etc. to ensure timely and realistic trials; this will include the establishment of validation teams, identification of site / location, logistics, work instructions, execution and data collection / report outs.
• Lead and complete action plans following tool/process validations as well as lead continuous improvements as new feedback is received to meet all CTQs.
• Establish global training requirements & strategy for new products; this will include building a curriculum, creating training levels, leading training sessions globally, and any additional knowledge transfer of use, handling, and maintenance of Blade Repair products.
• Lead full operational deployment to include cost/benefit alignment, procurement planning, logistics requirements, team requisites, maintenance/spare part protocols/execution plans, creation/execution of training plans and optimized regional operation strategies for the product/process.
• Provide technical direction when required to include off‑hour remote and on‑site support when technical uncertainties and/or as emergent issues arise to ensure the tasks can be completed safely, with quality, and within the standards.
• Lead continuous improvement/lean efforts for new and existing capabilities to include creation of detailed PSRs, leading Kaizens, and developing/deploying new standards to improve SQDC.
• Lead and self‑develop new processes/repair solutions and deploy globally.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited university or college (OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of Wind industry experience).
• Ability and willingness to travel 50% of the time, which includes international travel and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies.

Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Blade Repair Engineering experience and/or Blade Repair / Wind Service troubleshooting & maintenance hands‑on experience.
• REDP (Renewable Energy Development Program), RELP (Renewable Energy Leadership Program), FEP (Field Engineering Program) graduate (GE Employee's only).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Proficiency in technical writing and process documentation.
• Project coordination / Change Management / Influencing / Leadership skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Self‑starter and able to work with limited supervision.
• Safety conscious.
• Detail orientated.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team.
• Lean, Six Sigma certification or equivalent quality certification.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes.

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).