Lean Leader – Heavy Duty Services Inquiry-to-Remittance (ITR) Engineering

GE Vernova; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 132,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a Lean Leader for Heavy Duty Services ITR Engineering to deploy Lean principles and drive continuous improvement across the HD Services ITR organization. You will coach leaders, facilitate Kaizen events, and lead daily management, VSM, and problem solving to improve SQDC performance.

You will translate strategic priorities into sustained operational improvements and develop Lean capability throughout the organization, partnering with Global Services Engineering and HD leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7+ years in power plant engineering or related technologies.
• Experience driving Lean deployment and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience facilitating Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, and structured problem solving.
• Proven ability to coach leaders and influence change in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic partner and coach to HD Services ITR Engineering leadership.
• Identify performance gaps and execute Lean initiatives to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity.
• Drive Lean initiatives, Kaizen events, Daily Management, and Leader Standard Work.
• Facilitate Value Stream Mapping and PDCA cycles to address performance gaps.
• Develop Lean capability across the organization through coaching and mentoring.

Skills

Lean principles

Kaizen events

Value Stream Mapping

Daily Management

Structured problem solving

Coaching leaders

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related technical discipline

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova Gas Power engineers cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity around the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future while delivering the reliable power our customers depend on today.

GE Vernova Gas Power engineers cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity around the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future while delivering the reliable power our customers depend on today.

As the Lean Leader for Heavy Duty Services ITR Engineering, you will lead the deployment of Lean principles and the execution of continuous improvement initiatives across the Heavy Duty (HD) Services ITR Engineering organization. Working in partnership with the Global Services Engineering Business Operations, Quality & Lean Leader and HD Services ITR leadership, this role drives execution of the Engineering improvement roadmap, coaches leaders in Lean behaviors, facilitates Kaizen events and structured problem solving, and improves Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) performance.

This position serves as the embedded Lean practitioner for the HD Services ITR organization, partnering closely with Engineering leaders to transform business performance through Daily Management, Leader Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, structured problem solving, and Kaizen execution. The role is responsible for translating strategic priorities into sustained operational improvements while developing Lean capability throughout the organization.

Job Description

What impact you'll make

• Serve as a strategic partner and coach to HD Services ITR Engineering leadership, supporting execution of the Engineering improvement roadmap and value stream priorities.
• Partner with Engineering leaders to identify performance gaps and execute improvement initiatives that improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity.
• Drive the portfolio of Lean initiatives and Kaizen events aligned with Global Services Engineering priorities and the HD Services ITR roadmap.
• Drive Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen events, Daily Management implementation, Leader Standard Work, Standard Work development, and other Lean activities across the organization.
• Coach leaders and teams in Lean principles, problem solving, visual management, and continuous improvement to strengthen organizational capability.
• Facilitate Monthly Operating Reviews by preparing process performance, facilitating structured problem solving, and ensuring timely completion of improvement actions.
• Facilitate Problem Solving Reviews (PSRs), A3s, PDCA activities, and Root Cause Analysis to address operational performance gaps.
• Partner with process owners to improve key operational metrics through structured Lean methods and data-driven decision making.
• Track execution status, realized benefits, and sustainment of Lean initiatives while ensuring improvements are embedded into daily operations.
• Champion the implementation and sustainment of standardized processes, Leader Standard Work, and Daily Management practices across the HD Services ITR organization.
• Share successful Lean practices and lessons learned across Engineering organizations to accelerate adoption and continuous improvement.
• Develop Lean capability throughout the organization through coaching, mentoring, and hands-on facilitation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in power plant engineering or related technologies.
• Proven experience driving Lean deployment, continuous improvement, operational excellence, or business transformation initiatives.
• Experience facilitating Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, and structured problem solving.
• Proven ability to coach leaders and influence change within a matrixed engineering or operational environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate operational challenges into measurable improvements.
• Ability to manage multiple improvement initiatives while driving execution and sustaining results.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Deep Lean expertise with a track record of applying Lean principles in engineering, manufacturing, or service environments.
• Experience coaching leaders in Daily Management, Leader Standard Work, and visual management.
• Demonstrated success facilitating Kaizen events and driving measurable business improvements.
• Practical experience with structured problem-solving methodologies including PDCA, A3, DMAIC, or TOPS 8D.
• Ability to influence without direct authority and build strong partnerships across engineering and business organizations.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills with the ability to engage leaders at all levels.
• Passion for developing Lean capability and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

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 21, 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.