Senior Engineering Program Leader US Projects, BWRX-300

GE Vernova


Job Location:

Atlanta, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 152400 - 254000
Posted on: 15 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 carbonfree energy. We are a world leader in advanced reactor technology fuel and services. Join us as we boldly innovate to provide carbonfree power to the world.

We are a diverse and dedicated global team that values your unique identity background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels accepted respected and that they belong. By embracing diverse teams and perspectives we are better equipped to build a world that works.

The Senior Engineering Program Leader US Projects is a key member of the BWRX300 Engineering Projects team responsible for planning and executing advanced designs for USbased projects. You will own major design programs and lead crossfunctional teams to deliver on product strategy ensuring ontime onbudget and highquality outcomes. You will lead and coordinate work across multiple engineering disciplines product management sourcing quality research centers partners subcontractors and customers and will be accountable for overall program performance.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

As the Senior Engineering Program Leader US Projects you will:

  • Report directly to the General Manager BWRX300 Engineering.
  • Provide program leadership for diverse crossfunctional teams with accountability for ontime onbudget delivery of engineering design programs for US projects.
  • Establish and manage the technical interfaces among all internal and external stakeholders involved in the program.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with engineering managers business leaders project managers and other key stakeholders across GVH.
  • Interface with external partners customers and US and other applicable regulatory agencies (e.g. NRC) on technical and programmatic issues as required.
  • Work with functional engineering teams to develop cost and schedule estimates manage baselines and change orders and respond to corrective actions.
  • Coordinate engineering interfaces and drive timely resolution of technical issues across multiple engineering disciplines product management partners subcontractors and customers.
  • Monitor and report program progress performance and resource utilization with particular attention to schedule delays adverse trends risks and quality issues.
  • Partner closely with Finance and Operations to actively manage program budgets risks and opportunities throughout the year.
  • Ensure assigned engineering work is delivered on schedule within budget and in accordance with contract requirements business procedures industry standards and regulatory guidelines.
  • Support development and execution of the business vision and strategy for new plant initiatives and strategic programs.
  • Provide guidance on the selection and management of external resources to ensure deliverable quality flexibility and competitive cost positions.
  • Champion Lean and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance program execution efficiency and quality.
  • Ensure the protection of GVH intellectual property and sensitive information.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering Physics Mathematics or a related technical discipline.
  • Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in engineering design and/or project/program leadership.
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in the nuclear industry or equivalent largescale newbuild experience in the power or energy sector.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • The required work location for this position is Atlanta GA or Wilmington NC (relocation assistance provided if not already local)

Desired Characteristics:

  • Practitioner in Lean practices with demonstrated application to engineering or program management.
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex multistakeholder programs including organizations distributed across multiple geographic locations.
  • Proven track record as a highperforming energetic leader who delivers results while building strong inclusive and highperforming teams.
  • Strong change leadership skills; able to advocate for Lean practices influence stakeholders and demonstrate measurable improvements.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business vision and product strategy into clear executable program plans and tangible outcomes.
  • Strong project/program management skill set (e.g. communication risk management planning/scheduling cost control change management).
  • EPC (Engineering Procurement & Construction) experience and knowledge specifically in power plant projects.
  • Solid understanding of nuclear industry regulations licensing (e.g. USNRC requirements) and technology.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to present complex technical and program information to senior leaders and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to document plan and manage programs that build organizational capability technical maturity and business value.
  • Strong collaboration skills customer mindset problemsolving abilities and the ability to work to tight deadlines while balancing multiple priorities.

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 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 $152400.00 and $254000.00. 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 candidates 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 June 03 2026.

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. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

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