Sr Engineering Manager 2 - Aeroderivative Combustion Module

GE Vernova, Inc.; Wade Hampton (SC); On-site; USD 132,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a People Leader for the Aeroderivatives Combustion Module to guide a high-performing engineering team through industrialization and new technology development.

You will champion lean practices, drive NPI/NTI programs, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver superior value to customers. You will oversee safety, quality, and personnel development while coordinating with aero systems, product management, supply chain and service engineering to meet business

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering or Science from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Safety & Quality leadership across all project phases.
• Team development: coach and mentor engineers to accelerate growth.
• Oversee work assignments, schedules, and HR initiatives.
• Technical stewardship: ensure robust design solutions and RCA.
• Strategic collaboration with Systems, GSCM, PDE for seamless execution.
• Drive performance, emissions reduction, and cost efficiency in turbine systems.
• Fleet support: address factory or fleet issues with urgency.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Team development

Operational management

Technical stewardship

Strategic collaboration

Performance optimization

Fleet support

AI integration awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science

MS degree in Engineering or Science

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you a passionate leader ready to shape the future of energy? As the People Leader for the Aeroderivatives Combustion Module, you will manage a high-performing team of engineers responsible for the industrialization and new technology development of GE Vernova's Aeroderivatives Combustion system. You will champion design excellence, drive New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs, and foster a culture of lean, continuous improvement. In this role, you will collaborate cross-functionally with Aero System Engineering, Aero Product Management, Supply Chain, and Aero Customer Service Engineering to meet business objectives and deliver superior value to our customers.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Safety & Quality Leadership: Serve as a relentless champion for safety and quality standards across all project phases.
• Team Development: Define priorities and standards while cultivating a positive, high-morale environment. You will actively coach and mentor team members to accelerate their technical and professional growth.
• Operational Management: Oversee work assignments, schedules, and personnel activities, including performance management, recruitment, and HR initiatives.
• Technical Stewardship: Ensure the delivery of robust design solutions, technology strategies, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA). Maintain the highest levels of technical rigor and integrity in all designs.
• Strategic Collaboration: Act as the primary communication link between your team and cross-functional partners (Systems, GSCM, PDE), ensuring seamless project execution.
• Performance Optimization: Leverage your deep knowledge of gas turbine systems to drive advancements in performance, operational flexibility, emissions reduction, and cost efficiency.
• Fleet Support: Lead with a high sense of urgency when addressing factory or fleet-critical issues.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering or Science from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional engineering experience.

Desired Characteristics

• M.S. degree in an Engineering or Science discipline.
• Deep expertise in Aeroderivatives Gas Turbine systems and Combustion design technology.
• Proven track record of leading teams and managing complex programs to successful outcomes.
• Commitment to Lean methodologies, continuous improvement, and operational rigor.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex, multidimensional engineering challenges.
• Familiarity with AI integration in engineering workflows.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on transparency, inclusion, and the ability to adapt to shifting business priorities.
• An innovative mindset—you are empowered to challenge the status quo and take calculated risks. 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.

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 October 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.