ITR Project Engineering Manager

GE Vernova; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

GE Vernova's ITR Project Engineering Manager will provide technical leadership for Aero extended scope projects, directing the engineering and design from proposal to execution, with final engineering responsibility on technical issues including safety.

You will lead a cross-functional engineering team, develop schedules and budgets, integrate customer and GE schedules, manage risk, and ensure ISO procedures and Lean practices are followed. Domestic and international travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of power plant engineering experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Proficient in P6, Documentum, and PDMS tool suite.

Responsibilities

• Own the execution of projects from proposal preparation to end of GE contractual obligations.
• Lead a cross-functional engineering team and manage the ITR process.
• Develop and monitor project engineering schedules and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with ISO procedures and Lean principles.
• Provide technical support during installation, startup, and commissioning.
• Communicate requirements to design functions and manage risk.
• Lead risk assessment and implement mitigation measures.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

P6

Documentum

PDMS

Job description

Job Description Summary

The ITR Project Engineering Manager (PEM) will be responsible for providing technical leadership on Aero extended scope projects. Direct and coordinate the engineering and design of assigned project(s) including all technical aspects of the contract from designing proposal to execution of the solution. Final engineering responsibility and decision making on project technical issues (including safety) and relying on internal technical authorities as necessary. Establish and manage the technical interface between all parties involved in the project including the ITR Plant & ITR Equipment teams, suppliers, customers, partners, EPC subcontractors and/or architect engineers.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Own the execution of one or several projects from proposal preparation until the end of GE contractual obligations.
• Manage a cross functional engineering team and executes as part of the ITR (ITO+OTR) process.
• Develops and monitors project engineering schedule and budget.
• Executes per applicable Power Plant Engineering processes.
• Tracks and prioritizes resolution of project action items and critical technical issues.
• Integrates the customer/partner and GE engineering schedules into overall project schedule while managing reports on project status.
• Develops and manages project technical strategy to mitigate risk, including decisions involving the use of conceptual engineering judgment to allow the design process to proceed without full information.
• Reviews customer specifications and communicates contract and project requirements to all design functions utilizing internal documentation systems.
• Ensures feedback for continuous improvement using the Lessons Learned process.
• Leads risk assessment of technical aspects of the project and the development and application of appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Provides technical support for project installation, construction, start-up and commissioning activities.
• Executes necessary project processes including preparing comprehensive proposals, conducting project kickoff, schedule reviews, regular project team meetings, lessons learned, design freeze, customer design and project reviews, as-builts, and ensures adherence to all ISO-procedures and work instructions.
• Supports the Project Manager on project technical issues related to engineering.
• Enforces quality procedures and participate in their improvement.
• Leads with a Lean mindset. Leverages Lean in the quest to reduce waste and improve customer value. Practice and promotes Lean concepts.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 8+ years of power plant engineering experience.
• Must be willing to work independently and be a self-starter.
• Must be able/willing to travel, both domestically and internationally.
• Proficient in P6, Documentum, and PDMS tool suite.

Desired Characteristics:

• Master's degree in Engineering and/or field engineer experience preferred.
• Extensive experience in applications or project engineering, rotating equipment, packaging and modularization of mechanical equipment, and power industry.
• Aero Derivative Turbine Technology experience
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to work with different levels of management, vendors, customers, and cultures.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects/work load.
• Outstanding written and verbal English communication skills (oral and written).

Note:

To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 August 07, 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.

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.