Executive Sales Leader – Advanced Nuclear

Job Description Summary

The Executive Sales Leader will drive market development and business growth in the Advanced Nuclear segment of our business. This senior‑level leadership position is responsible for identifying, developing, and closing commercial opportunities for BWRX‑300 deployment with key customers globally.

The ideal candidate brings deep industry knowledge, proven executive‑level selling experience in the energy sector, and the ability to lead complex deal cycles involving technical, regulatory, and financial stakeholders. This role will lead a sales team responsible for delivering orders, margin and revenue growth.

Wilmington, NC (USA) is the strongly preferred location for this role. Highly qualified remote candidates may also be considered.

Job Description

Success in this role looks like:

In this role, you will drive long‑term commitments of $1B+. You will develop and execute go‑to‑market strategies for SMR deployment in new and existing customer segments. You will build and lead a sales organization responsible for sales efforts from prospects through proposals, contract negotiation and deal closure. You will develop executive‑level relationships with customers and engage other stakeholders such as regulators, policy makers, and industry groups. You will represent the company at key conferences, government forums, and industry roundtables as a thought leader in new nuclear markets. You will have strong knowledge of market economics, competitive dynamics, as well as energy technology and projects. In this role, you will bring together key decision makers in other parts of the GE Vernova enterprise and within the GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy business, including product management, finance, legal, and engineering to assure technical and business alignment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Sales leadership: Lead and develop the sales team that supports Advanced Nuclear to map customer needs and solve business problems through a consultative approach. Develop strategic account plans and be responsible for delivering revenue, margin and long‑term commitments. Provide leadership, coaching, and development for the sales team. Attract, retain, and grow the talent pipeline. Drive Lean principles such as standard work and continuous improvement to build effective commercial processes that scale.
• Stakeholder engagement: Develop influential relationships with customers at all levels. Become a valuable resource for product and market information and issue resolution. Engage broadly with industry groups externally and across the global GEV network internally. Promote a customer‑first mindset.
• Market development and strategy: Develop customer strategies and product campaigns to drive business growth. Lead go‑to‑market programs for BWRX‑300 deployment in target markets in the US, Canada, UK, and Europe. Identify and cultivate key partner relationships. Educate on benefits of new nuclear, SMRs, and our BWRX‑300 technology.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years senior sales, commercial development, or business development experience
• Proven track record of selling complex, capital‑intensive solutions to large customers
• Minimum 10 years of experience within the Power Generation industry, with at least 3 years of experience in Nuclear
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business from an accredited university or college
• Experience with direct management of employees

Desired Characteristics

• Postgraduate degree(s) in business and/or engineering
• Deep understanding of energy markets, PPA structures, and long‑cycle sales in regulated and deregulated environments
• Executive presence and experience building relationships with utility CEOs, industrial executives, and public officials
• Strong familiarity with nuclear technologies, particularly SMRs, advanced reactors, or energy infrastructure finance, is preferred
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams in highly regulated, technical industries
• Strong commercial acumen
• Complex contract negotiation or contract management experience
• Demonstrated inclusive behavior with success in leading in a matrix organization
• Demonstrated clear thinking with effective communication at all levels
• Demonstrated understanding, application, and advocacy of Lean

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $220,000 and $310,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

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.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and Health Coach resources
• 24/7 nurse‑based resource
• Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching contributions
• Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and flexible time off