Plant Equipment Design Engineering Manager (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

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Job Description Summary

The Plant Equipment Design Engineering Manager will provide leadership, direction, development, and resource management of a technical team of engineers supporting GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) on the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) mechanical equipment design. The team collaborates internally and externally with a global partner network to successfully deliver Nuclear New Plant Projects for GVH.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Provide technical and managerial leadership for the development of the team’s technical and leadership talent/depth.
Oversee team performance, including hiring, training, mentoring and performance evaluations.
Plan, organize and manage the delivery of technical activities in support of engineering deliverables, including large equipment design and qualification.
Use a high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems in areas of operational, product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering.
Provide leadership supporting performance and program management of assigned work and ensure on‑time fulfillment of engineering commitments in accordance with contract requirements, business procedures, industry standards and regulatory agency guidelines.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with other internal engineering team managers, business leaders, project managers and stakeholders.
Interface with external partners, customers, the NRC or other applicable regulatory agencies on technical issues.
Provide guidance and manage internal/external resources to ensure the quality of deliverables, enable flexibility and improved cost positions.
Support commercial and marketing opportunities to develop new business opportunities.
Protect the intellectual property rights of GVH.
Support GVH initiatives, process improvement and simplification.
Participate in design reviews and address corrective actions in line with GVH quality requirements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Nuclear or similar) from an accredited college or university.
Minimum 10 years of experience in a technology or engineering role.
Minimum 3 years of experience leading or managing an engineering team.

Eligibility Requirements

Ability and willingness to travel to domestic and international sites occasionally (up to 5‑10%).
Preferred work location is GVH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC, but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered.
This role is restricted to U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, or other protected individuals) due to access to U.S. export‑controlled technology. Proof of U.S. person status will be required before employment.

Desired Characteristics

Master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a technical discipline.
Proven interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to think strategically, be creative and move quickly.
Demonstrated ability to lead highly experienced engineers while balancing multiple demands and priorities.
High‑performing energetic leader who delivers results and promotes strong team performance.
Experience with project management skillset (communication, risk, planning/scheduling, change management).
Knowledge of working in a regulated environment and/or power plant.
Knowledge of quality standards and systems (e.g., NQA‑1, ISO 9000).
Understanding of nuclear industry and technology.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong customer mindset.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and cope under pressure.

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Final offers will be contingent on obtaining authorization for access to U.S. export‑controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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

Compensation and Benefits

Pay range: $131,700.00 to $219,300.00. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach; an Employee Assistance Program; retirement benefits through the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan; tuition assistance; adoption assistance; paid parental leave; disability benefits; life insurance; 12 paid holidays; and permissive time off.