Engineering and Technology Leader

Job Description Summary Looking to shape the technical direction of a critical manufacturing organization and help drive engineering excellence across multiple plant sites? Through strong technical leadership, cross-functional partnership, and a relentless focus on innovation, the Engineering & Technology Leader will advance Metem's engineering capability, strengthen manufacturing processes, and support the delivery of safe, reliable, high-quality products for our customers. The Engineering & Technology Leader provides strategic and operational leadership for engineering, technology, and R&D across multiple plant sites. This role is responsible for setting technical direction, managing complex engineering issues, developing new manufacturing processes, protecting and growing intellectual property, and ensuring that engineering solutions meet Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) objectives. This role partners closely with the General Manager, Operations leaders, NPI, and customers to solve complex technical problems, advance manufacturing technology, and build a culture of engineering rigor and continuous improvement across the network. What impact you will make As the leader of the engineering and technology function, you will have direct impact on manufacturing capability and innovation across three plant sites — Parsippany, NJ; Allentown, PA; and Százhalombatta, Hungary — and play a critical role in advancing GE Vernova's Gas Power value stream. You will lead and mentor a team of technical experts, manage Metem's R&D efforts in ECM (Electrochemical Machining) and EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining), and drive the technology roadmap that positions Metem for long-term competitiveness. Your leadership will help reduce technical risk, accelerate new program introduction, strengthen problem-solving capability, protect critical intellectual property, and build a more capable and technically aligned engineering organization across the sites. What you will do Develop, mentor, and grow a team of technical experts to meet Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and business strategy objectives across three sites. Own strategic engineering projects and technical solutions, delivering EHS, quality, delivery, and cost-savings goals on schedule and within budget. Define the engineering and technology roadmap; develop proposals and solutions for technology choices, methodologies, and project prioritization/selection criteria. Manage Metem's Research & Development efforts for ECM and EDM, as well as R&D focused on future machining and manufacturing processes. Evaluate current and emerging industry trends; analyze competitive threats and technology gaps to inform strategic decisions. Manage, safeguard, and grow Metem's intellectual property portfolio, including patents and proprietary processes. Develop technical quotes and proposals to win new work while maximizing customer experience and service. Manage capital project pipelines and CAPEX strategy to support continuous improvement in alignment with plant metrics. Drive a robust technical training program to build manufacturing process capability and support employee growth. Partner with the NPI organization to develop, track, and implement new programs from concept through production. Liaise directly with customers to understand future technical needs and clarify current requirements and expectations. Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for complex engineering and manufacturing process issues. Standardize engineering practices, technical documentation, and process controls across all supported sites. Report engineering performance, technical risks, and improvement opportunities to senior business leadership. Perform additional responsibilities aligned with business priorities and leadership needs. Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required. 12+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, operations, engineering, or a related technical discipline. 3+ years of experience leading or managing teams Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes; experience with precision machining processes (e.g., ECM, EDM, or comparable non-conventional machining technologies) strongly preferred. Ability to influence senior leaders, site teams, and cross-functional stakeholders with clear data, sound judgment, transparency, and operational credibility. Strong communication, prioritization, problem-solving, and escalation skills in high-pressure operational environments. Eligibility Requirements Must be able to work on-site in Parsippany, NJ and maintain regular presence with site teams. Ability to travel periodically to supported plant sites, including Allentown, PA and Szazhalombatta, Hungary, based on business needs. This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment. What will make you stand out Demonstrated success developing and commercializing new manufacturing technologies or processes. Deep technical expertise in ECM, EDM, or other advanced/non-conventional machining processes. Proven track record managing and growing an intellectual property portfolio, including patents. Six Sigma or Lean certification, with demonstrated success leading Lean transformation efforts to improve equipment layout and material flow. Experience influencing and leading cross-functional and matrixed teams across multiple sites, including international locations. Strong project management skills combined with a passion for continuous improvement and hands-on problem solving ("go and see" mentality). Experience partnering with NPI, customers, and commercial teams to convert technical capability into new business wins. A collaborative, team-centered leadership style that fosters innovation and technical growth across the organization. Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ certification, Lean certification, or equivalent continuous improvement credential. 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 For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $172,800.00 and $288,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 19, 2026. Benefits Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs. GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, "GE," in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" / "verde" signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. "Nova," from the Latin "novus," nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. #J-18808-Ljbffr LS3002 GE Vernova Operations LLC