Lead Generator Engineer

GE Vernova; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a Lead ITR Services Generator Engineer to ensure long-term reliability across the Inquiry-to-Remittance cycle. You will support outages, parts, repairs, and upgrades, including solution development and documentation.

Lead problem solving with customers, service centers, and teams, and drive corrective actions. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with potential travel to sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or Physics.
• Knowledge of stator and rotor rewinding activities.
• Understanding of synchronous generator design, construction, and insulation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain engineering documentation including Test & Inspection Plans and Work Instructions.
• Plan and lead all engineering tasks during project execution.
• Provide engineering directions to customers and repair service centers ensuring safety and quality.
• Resolve NCR issues and lead engineering solutions.
• Respond to Engineering Requests with on-time delivery and high quality.
• Deliver projects with cost and quality targets while upholding safety.
• Lead RCAs and CAPA.
• Prepare proposals and scope definitions for generator upgrades and repairs.
• Support NPI development programs for new products.
• Suggest improvements to maintenance procedures for reliability.
• Support cost reduction and cycle reduction initiatives.
• Maintain accurate generator unit records and configuration.

Skills

Stator rewinding

Rotor rewinding

Synchronous generator design

Lean/continuous improvement

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Engineering/Physics

Job description

Job Description Summary

Lead ITR Services Generator Engineer at GE Vernova responsible for ensuring long-term generator reliability across the full Inquiry-to-Remittance (ITR) cycle. Provide technical support for outages, parts, repairs, and upgrades, including solution development, technical proposals, and documentation. Lead problem solving sessions to resolve generator issues and implement corrective actions. Respond promptly to Engineering Requests with accurate, safe, and quality solutions. Act as a technical expert to customers, service centers, and cross-functional teams, supporting the planning and execution of generator outages and upgrades while identifying opportunities to improve generator performance and reliability.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive engineering documentation, including detailed Test & Inspection Plans, Outage Optimization recommendations, and Work Instructions to ensure efficient outage execution and optimization.
• Plan and lead all engineering tasks and activities during the execution phase of projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines and objectives.
• Provide engineering directions to customers and repair service centers, ensuring safety, quality, and effectiveness.
• Resolve NCR (Non-Conformance) issues and lead the development and implementation of engineering solutions, ensuring minimal disruption to outages or operations.
• Respond to Engineering Requests (ER) promptly and effectively, providing on time delivery with high quality.
• Deliver projects with a sense of urgency, maintaining strict adherence to cost and quality standards without compromising safety.
• Lead and actively participate in Root Cause Analyses (RCAs), driving effective problem-solving and CAPA.
• Prepare detailed technical proposals and scope definitions for generator upgrades and repairs during the tendering process (R1 & R2), ensuring comprehensive coverage of outage requirements.
• Support generator New Product Introduction (NPI) development programs, contributing to the successful launch of new products.
• Provide strategic recommendations for the development and continuous improvement of generator maintenance and repair procedures, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
• Support initiatives aimed at cost reduction, cycle reduction, and product quality enhancement, driving continuous improvement across projects.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date generator unit records and configuration, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or Physics
• 5+ years of proven experience in generator manufacturing, repair, and overhaul processes
• Understanding of stator and rotor rewinding activities and associated measurement techniques
• Knowledge of synchronous generator design, construction, and insulation technologies

Desired Characteristics

• Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and presentation capabilities
• Strong organizational and coordination abilities
• Customer service mindset focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost
• Willingness to travel to customer sites
• Experience with both legacy Alstom and GE generator technologies
• Proficiency in lean methodology and continuous improvement tools
• Knowledge of measurement tools and equipment
• Commercial awareness and business acumen
• Experience in on-site execution and workshop processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and PLM systems (RPDM/VPDM)

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).

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.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. 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 October 13, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverag