BWRX300 Engineering Operations Manager (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

Job Description Summary

The need for clean energy is greater than ever. At GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) we are helping address climate change by designing technology to power our future with reliable, affordable, carbon-free energy. We are a world leader in advanced reactor technology, fuel and services. Join us as we build our legacy, boldly innovating to provide carbon-free power to the world.

We are a diverse and dedicated global team who believes in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected, and that they belong. By embracing diverse teams and perspectives, we are better equipped to build a world that works.

The BWRX300 Engineering Operations Manager will provide leadership to a diverse technical team of dedicated engineers and scientists responsible for the design and procurement of equipment and technical services in support of New Nuclear Projects and Opportunities. In this position you will own the coordination between engineering and multiple commercial business teams supporting global opportunities. You will own the tracking, reporting and timely closure of open technical issues and/or concerns across the global matrixed engineering organization. The Operations Manager will partner with internal technical authorities and provide an interface between Engineering and all parties involved in the project including Projects, Commercial, Sourcing, Quality, Customers, Partners, and Subcontractors.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

As the BWRX300 Engineering Operations Manager, you will:

• Report solid line to the General Manager BWRX300 Engineering.
• Provide leadership for a diverse team being accountable for on-time delivery of design products within budget
• Ensure the development of the teams technical and leadership talent/depth
• Establish and maintain strong working relationship with other internal engineering team managers, business leaders, project managers and stakeholders
• Interface with external partners, customers, and other applicable country specific regulatory agencies, as required on technical issues
• Work with functional engineering teams to build estimates, schedules, manage change orders and responses to Corrective Actions.
• Coordinate engineering interfaces and drive timely resolution of technical project issues with multiple engineering disciplines, business project management, partners, subcontractors, and customers
• 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
• Support the planning, organization, and management of the delivery of technical activities/tasks in support of engineering deliverables
• Support commercial and marketing opportunities to develop new business opportunities
• Protect the Intellectual Property rights of GVH
• Support GVH initiatives, process improvement and simplification
• Ensure adherence to GVH’s standards for nuclear safety and compliance
• Partner with business teams and present product/program strategies, technical roadmaps, risks, and recommendations to senior leads across GVH  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related Science or technical discipline
• At least 8 years of progressive experience in engineering design and/or project leadership experience
• At least 6 years of experience in the nuclear industry or equivalent large scale new build experience in the power industry

Eligibility Requirements:

• The preferred work location for this role is at the GVH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC, but highly qualified remote (US, based) candidates will be considered. (If remote, must be willing to travel up to 25%)
• 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.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven ability to be a liaison between organizations that are operating in separate geographic locations
• High performing individual with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
• Proven interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to think strategically, be creative and move quickly
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team of highly experienced engineers and balance multiple demands and priorities
• High performing energetic leader with demonstrated ability to deliver results while exhibiting behaviors that promote strong team performance
• Experience with project management skillset (communication, risk, planning/scheduling, change mgmt)
• EPC experience and knowledge; specifically, power plant
• Understanding of nuclear industry and technology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business

The base pay range for this position is $112,000 to $160,000. 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 bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on Friday October 3rd

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

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., 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.

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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

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