Grid Automation - Panels "Design for X" Transformation Leader

Job Description As we continue to elevate GA’s engineered solutions, it is essential to recognize the pivotal role our Electrical Panels play, not only as the core of our technology and solution performance, but also as a strategic lever for competitiveness. Grid Automation (GA) is looking for the transformation of its Panels End-to-End process with a Design For X approach (Design for Quality, Design for Manufacturing, Design for Automation, Design for Circularity, Design for Serviceability). This is an ambitious project covering the full value chain: win, design, buy, build and execute. The project will use the planned Salt Lake City panel facility as one of the pilots to implement the transformation. GA is hiring the Global Transformation Leader for its Panel Design for X approach. Roles and Responsibilities Organize, structure and lead the overall transformation project and strategy Validate and develop ROI (Return on Investment) Manage budget, planning, staffing, stakeholders, communication in and outside the project team, define milestones and PPI/KPI Set measures and targets for the transformation project execution, and transformation effectiveness against expected ROI and SQDC Prepare steering committee and executive communication Engage with the lean team to prepare and co‑lead kaizens Develop the plan, the needed process, documentation, governance and change management to allow deployment of the transformation in all GA Regions, and sustain the change Pilot in selected GA Regions the defined transformations as soon as it is available Arrange the specific interactions with the Salt Lake City project team to deploy the transformation in line with the Region (NAM) business challenges. Apply lean concepts, and leverage state‑of‑the‑art technology, tool and process in the domain of DFX, AI and R&A (Robotics & Automation). Required Qualifications Proven experience in engineering and industrial transformation projects Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with strong electrical specialization. Understanding and experience of low voltage electrical business, preferably protection and control of electrical substations Strong Project Management expertise and demonstrated capability. Proven experience managing cross‑functional technical projects with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder alignment. Ability to work effectively with software developers, data teams, production teams and engineers as both a domain expert and product owner. Demonstrated change leadership and the ability to drive adoption of new tools and workflows across experienced engineering teams. AI and R&A mindset and sufficient knowledge, with preferred expertise with some experience of implantation Ability to travel between 50% - 80% Desired Qualifications Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across technical and non‑technical audiences. Lean acumen Location Can be fully remote. However hybrid is preferred with a base in a GA Engineering and Panel facility. Position preferred geography is NAM, Europe or Middle East. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr GE Vernova