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GE Vernova Project Engineer – Power Plant Equipment Repairs in Richmond, Virginia
Job Description Summary
The Project Engineer will manage Gas Turbine Stationary and Rotating Component repair projects within the Service Factory. They will lead each project through its repair life cycle from its planning stages to final reporting in a Project Manager and Technical Leader capacity. This position works closely with sales teams, design engineering, internal and external customers, and workshop operations.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Provide leadership to project team including design engineering, supply chain representative, and assigned workshop team members
Manage scope of work, schedule, budget, and resources to achieve on-time delivery and target gross margin
Ensure technical work packages are proper and complete for execution
Pro-actively take measures to avoid or prevent events that might adversely impact project schedule or budget
Maintain an accurate forecast of revenue and cost throughout entire project
Provide repair solutions for incoming findings on components using engineering documentation
Act as liaison between supply chain representative and vendors to ensure required materials and services are delivered on time to support project schedule
Act as first source of escalation for technical guidance to address concerns
Maintain effective communication between commercial stakeholders, solutions experts, and workshop team
Understand and assume post sale responsibilities for all commercial aspects of assigned projects include proposal, cost estimates, and purchase order or contract
Manage all aspects of assigned projects, including establishment of budget, procurement of material, planning, scheduling, and execution
Responsible for making sure employee safety and quality are the top priorities while executing project deliverables
Use technical knowledge, experience, and analytical thinking
Use some level of judgment and have ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Use prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university or college OR a High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent with 4 years of professional experience in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering or related discipline
Minimum of 3 years of experience in an engineering role
Minimum of 3 years of experience leading projects
Eligibility Requirements
Ability and willingness to work additional hours, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed
Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.
Must successfully pass a background check and drug testing
This position is required to work onsite in our Richmond Service Center 100%
Desired Characteristics
Experience in a repairs facility
Experience in managing complex technical projects
PMP Certification (Project Management Professional)
Current or previous manufacturing experience
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Ability to document, plan, and execute repair plans
Ability to create, review, and approve Work Instructions
Experience reading blueprints, procedures and specifications
Understanding project planning, working with shop schedules
Detail oriented
Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment
Ability to work with sales, engineering, supply chain, shop floor and customers
Customer oriented, both internally and externally
Computer-literate and competent in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
Experience in rotating power generation equipment and power plants
Basic knowledge of finances and experience managing budgets
Ability to work effectively at multiple levels within the organization
Ability to influence and lead project team
Demonstrated ability to adapt, be flexible, and maintain enthusiasm during periods of change
Pay Transparency
The base pay range for this position is $90,400-120,500. 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 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This posting is expected to close on April 12, 2024, or thereafter.
*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., 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.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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 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