Job Description Summary

The Manager of HDNU Plant Controls Engineering leads a team of Global Design Leaders (GDLs) responsible for designing, implementing, and commissioning control systems for Gas Turbines (GT), Bottoming Cycle (HRSG & ST), and Balance of Plant (BOP) applications. This servant leader shapes team culture, drives execution, and ensures successful project across the entire ITR process with a focus on the Order to Remittance (OTR) project execution — all while embodying the GE Vernova Way.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

As HDNU Controls Project Execution Leader, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading a team of Global Design Leaders (GDLs) to define and implement engineering strategies covering Hardware and Software design for Mark VIe Gas Turbine & Steam Turbine power train control systems, along with broader Plant distributed control systems (DCS – HRSG & BOP).
• Enhancing team performance by focusing on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost KPIs. Collaborating with HDNU Controls Operation and Alliance Partners to accurately forecast and fulfill the demands of Americas & Europe projects.
• Cultivating a cohesive HDNU controls team to foster an improved culture. Leading a team in executing over 100 projects annually to bring more than 10 GW of new power online each year.
• Managing, improving, and nurturing key relationships with Alliance execution partners, multiple internal stakeholders, and several of GE Vernova's largest clients.
• Conducting large-scale plant customer witness tests and power plant startups each year, overseeing the protection and control of up to $7 billion in new Power Plant assets.
• Attracting, onboarding, and developing top engineering talent through coaching, regular feedback, and career development conversations
• Facilitating Priority Setting, Mid-Year, and Annual Performance Reviews; managing compensation planning and differentiated recognition
• Demonstrating and actively coaching the GE Vernova Way — embedding a "we" mindset, servant leadership, and inclusive culture daily
• Operationalizing the Life Saving Rules
• Leading as a Lean Leader, prioritizing SQDC, driving Daily Management, and enabling continuous improvement through Lean tools such as PSR, kaizen, and VSM.
• Providing technical direction to GDLs on high-risk, complex controls projects across GT, ST, HRSG, and BOP systems
• Ensuring consistent system-level solutions, on-time delivery, and alignment to quality, schedule and cost targets
• Partnering with Project Managers, ITO/Commercial, and external customers to drive controls strategy and customer satisfaction

What You’ll Bring (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in design, project management, and/or team leadership within the Power Industry.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in industrial control system design for power plants, including gas and steam turbines.
• Advanced understanding of power plant clients and control system providers.

What Will Make You Stand Out (Desired Characteristics)

• Proven track record and experience in leading Mark VIe control system projects, designs and/or distributed control systems.
• Established network with Power Generation utility clients and plant operators.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in driving outcomes within a large, globally matrixed organization.

Additional Information

 

 

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 May 01, 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.