Job Description Summary
Gas Power Engineering (GPE) is engaged in exciting efforts to improve the Digital Thread across key pillar design tools to enhance error proofing and waste elimination in business processes. Establishing connected data that effectively flows between product & plant design systems, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Tools, and other applications is foundational to these efforts, and is a cornerstone of GPE's Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) strategy.
The Program Manager - Pillar Design Tools is a pivotal role that bridges GPE business objectives with technical software solutions to drive the development, maintenance, innovation, and enhancement of engineering systems and tools. In particular, the Pillar Design Tools Program Manager assumes functional ownership responsibilities for MBE tools comprised of GPE's primary Computer-Aided Design (CAD) platforms. Success in this role is defined through effective collaboration with CAD experts, business stakeholders, IT partners, and end users towards continuously improving our digital thread integrations, CAD capability, Design throughput, and strategic MBE roadmap.
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Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Holds functional ownership responsibilities for the development and sustainability of Product and Digital Plant Design Tools and Systems. Program application portfolio includes the following:
- For Product Design - CAD tools, such as NX, AutoCAD, Catia, and AVEVA, used by engineering to define form, fit, and function of 2D/3D components and assemblies, primarily interfacing with PLM and plant design system platforms
- For Digital Plant Design (DPD) - CAD and System tools, such as AVEVA, Navisworks, COMOS, and homegrown applications, used by engineering for definition of plant data models (P&IDs, Instrumentation, Controls, device summaries, Structures, 2D/3D models, etc.), primarily interfacing with PLM, Project Engineering, and Supply Chain platforms to enable GPE's full turnkey plant solution offerings
- Manages program governance, planning, prioritization, and execution
- Engage in software supplier relationships to continuate high-quality, cost-effective solutions
- Drive continuous Improvement activities for program, engaging in tool roadmaps that maximize application usage and capability while delivering strategic MBE transformation for Gas Power
- Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical software owners to ensure the effective development and management of design tools
- Spearhead, facilitate initiatives that enhance user experience and align with business strategies focusing on tool commonality, integration capability, data processing, and risk management
- Apply appropriate Daily Management, owning bowler KPIs and other performance tracking metrics in partnership with IT and according to customer expectations and business objectives.
- Ensure program standards, training, and support material are up to date and comprehensive
- Take on assignments beyond position scope, as requested or required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college or equivalent knowledge/experience.
- Significant experience in a Technical Leader or equivalent Senior Engineer role.
Desired Characteristics
- Demonstrated leadership experience that embodies the GE Vernova Way:
- (1) Is an INNOVATION driver sought out to solve challenging technical issues, uphold the value of, and improve upon internal controls strategy for tool technologies, capabilities, and data
- (2) Considers over-arching business asks with internal and external CUSTOMER FOCUS in view when recommending actions and strategies that impact product and service value
- (3) Indoctrinates a LEAN mindset in all work areas, eliminating non-value-added processes while leveraging technical expertise beyond current field to simplify full value stream.
- (4) Collaborates effectively to ensure value, quality, and accuracy of outputs support a ONE TEAM approach focused on the realization of win-win solutions.
- (5) Accepts ACCOUNTABILITY for outputs that individually and collectively deliver on commitments and purpose, always with Safety and Quality consideration.
- Self-starter who takes input from multiple stakeholders and technical requirements to lead, influence, and build consensus with others, even with incomplete data or direction.
- Effectively communicates, providing recommendations through the analysis, preparation, and presentation of technical data to all levels of the organization
- Has strategy and application expertise for Product and Plant Designs in these CAD platforms, preferably proficient in at least one and experienced in another(s) : NX, AVEVA, AutoCAD, Catia
- Working knowledge of enterprise tools that interface with CAD/MBE platforms
- Sets realistic objectives, accurately appraises situations, detects risks and issues, provides constructive feedback, and adapts seamlessly to changes in priorities.
- Strategic thinker with strong organization, analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
Other Beneficial Characteristics
- Demonstrated capability and passion for program management, including within a matrix-based, global engineering team.
- Knowledge of Intellectual Property Protection and Export Control Regulation
- Understanding of scrum methodology, preferably with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
- Direct design experience in Plant Systems, Balance of Plant development
Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
About Us
For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $112,000-$185,400 USD Annually.
The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a Variable Incentive (VIC) bonus of 15%.
*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
This position will stay open on the career website until at least February 25, 2025.
Benefits Available to You:
GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits
- Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
- A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
- GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants.
Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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: No