Engineering Manager - Fixed Equipment Design

GE Vernova; United States; Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Relocation assistance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an Engineering Manager - Fixed Equipment Design to lead a technical team supporting GVH on BWRX-300 SMR mechanical component design. You will direct design, qualification, and program management to meet safety and regulatory standards, while coordinating with internal stakeholders, partners, and regulators.

The role requires a BS in engineering, 10+ years in technology/engineering, and 3+ years of engineering leadership, with US location flexibility and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
• Minimum 10 years in technology or engineering roles.
• At least 3 years of experience leading an engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and managerial leadership for team development.
• Oversee team performance including hiring, mentoring and evaluations.
• Plan and manage delivery of large equipment design and qualification tasks.
• Make decisions on complex engineering and program management issues.
• Lead performance and program management to meet contract requirements.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Interface with regulators and customers on technical issues.
• Guide resources to ensure quality deliverables and cost effectiveness.
• Support business development and new opportunities.
• Protect GVH intellectual property and support process improvements.
• Participate in design reviews and corrective actions as required.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Engineering Manager - Fixed Equipment Design will provide leadership, strategic direction, and resource management for a technical team supporting GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) on the BWRX-300 SMR mechanical component design. This team collaborates with internal stakeholders, global partners, and suppliers to successfully deliver Nuclear New Plant projects.

Job Description

As the Engineering Manager - Fixed Equipment Design, you will be responsible for mechanical component design for the Reactor Building, ensuring all designs meet safety, regulatory, and performance standards.

• Provide technical and managerial leadership for the development of the team's technical and leadership talent/depth
• Oversee team performance, including hiring, training, mentoring and performance evaluations
• Plan, organize and manage the delivery of technical activities/tasks in support of engineering deliverables which include large equipment/component design and qualification
• Use high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems in areas of operational, product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering
• Provide leadership supporting performance and program management of assigned work and ensure on-time fulfillment of engineering commitments in accordance with contract requirements, business procedures, industry standards and regulatory agency guidelines
• Establish and maintain strong working relationship with other internal engineering team managers, business leaders, project managers and stakeholders
• Interface with external partners, customers, the NRC or other applicable country specific regulatory agency, as required on technical issues
• Provide guidance and manage internal/external resources to ensure the quality of deliverables, enable flexibility and improved cost positions
• Support commercial and marketing opportunities to develop new business opportunities
• Protect the Intellectual Property rights of the GVH
• Support GVH initiatives, process improvement and simplification
• Support GVH quality requirements, including participation in design reviews, initiating and responding to Corrective Actions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering Discipline (Mechanical, Nuclear or similar) from an accredited college or University
• Minimum 10 years of experience in technology or engineering role
• 3 years of experience Leading or Managing an Engineering Team

Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to travel to domestic and international sites occasionally (up to 5 to 10%).
• The preferred work location for this role is at the GVH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC, but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered.
• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of U.S. person status prior to employment.

Desired Characteristics

• Master's degree or PhD in engineering or technical discipline
• Proven interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to think strategically, be creative and move quickly
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team of highly experienced engineers and balance multiple demands and priorities
• High performing energetic leader with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
• Experience with project management skillset (communication, risk, planning/scheduling, change management)
• Knowledge of working within a regulated environment and/or power plant
• Knowledge of quality standards and systems (e.g., NQA-1 and ISO 9000)
• Understanding of nuclear industry and technology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer mindset
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and cope under pressure

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $131,700.00 and $219,300.00. 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 September 11, 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.