Technical Leader Nuclear Risk Informed Maintenance Engineer
Atlanta, GA - USA
Job Summary
Job Description Summary
Join GE Vernovas pioneering Nuclear Risk-Informed Maintenance (RIM) Engineering team and help shape the future of clean energy. We are developing the maintenance strategies that will enable a transformational advanced reactor design to operate safely reliably and efficiently for decades to come.As Technical Lead youll be at the forefront of this innovation orchestrating a team of talented engineers to deliver the technical foundation that powers next-generation nuclear energy. You wont just manage work; youll lead a team thats solving some of the most complex reliability and maintenance challenges in the industry. Your leadership will directly impact how millions of people access clean reliable power.
In this role youll drive team execution using agile methodologies ensure on-time delivery of high-quality technical work mentor the next generation of nuclear engineers and partner with your manager to build a high-performing team. Youll work across design systems engineering and operations to ensure our maintenance strategies are not just technically sound but practical and implementable. This is a chance to lead with purpose building the reliability foundation for reactors that will define the energy landscape for the next 60 years.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
The RIM Engineering team is responsible for the development and optimization of Maintenance Strategies for new Reactor Designs. As a Technical Lead you will be responsible for:
Work Planning & Execution:
- Develop and manage teamwork plans aligned with 13-week rolling schedules and near-term task assignments
- Allocate resources and assign work to team members based on skills capacity and development opportunities
- Monitor project execution and technical deliverables; ensure scope quality and on-time delivery (OTD) against SQDC priorities (Safety Quality Delivery Cost)
- Conduct in-process reviews of technical work for scope and quality; facilitate post-job critiques and share learnings with the broader team
- Perform & Communicate risk management & mitigation for assigned work
Technical Leadership:
- Provide technical leadership on complex RIM engineering issues; understand how maintenance strategy work (FMEA RCM asset optimization) fits together across the portfolio
- Possess sufficient technical familiarity with maintenance strategy programs and processes to guide team execution quality-check deliverables and escalate risks early
- Work with the manager on scoping decisions and risk management; communicate and mitigate technical and schedule risks
- Serve as backup for the manager as needed
- Provide input to the Manager on individual contributor performance
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Facilitate communication between RIM team members and across other engineering groups (e.g. design systems engineering procurement)
- Work on technical issues within the team and across teams as necessary
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in an Engineering Discipline (such as Nuclear Mechanical or related field) from an accredited college or university
- At least 8 years of progressive experience related to commercial Nuclear Plant Maintenance Operations PRA Reliability Programs asset management or system design engineering
Eligibility Requirements
- For US: The preferred work locations for this role are: GVH Headquarters in Wilmington NC U.S. or U.S. Based Hub such as Atlanta GA.
- For Canada: GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening.
- For Canada: This position will report onsite to the Markham office 3 days a week.
- 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
- Strong self-starter with proven ability to independently manage work planning task assignment and accountability for on-time delivery
- Familiarity with maintenance engineering concepts (preventive maintenance predictive maintenance RCM principles FMEA)
- Ability to understand technical complexity across multiple domains
- Proven team leadership experience
- Excellent communication skills; ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences
Technical Expertise:
- Deep understanding of Reliability Centered Maintenance principles and application
- Experience with preventive predictive and condition-based maintenance (CBM) methodologies
- Proven ability to lead or perform Failure Modes and Effects Analyses
- Hands-on experience with Asset Performance Management (APM) or Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- Familiarity with various condition monitoring technologies (e.g. vibration analysis thermography oil analysis)
- Knowledge of lifecycle and aging management programs for plant equipment
- Understanding of outage and work planning processes
- Familiarity with industry data and standards such as the EPRI PM Basis Database (PMBD)
- Experience with equipment performance trending and analysis
Leadership & Project Management:
- Proficiency with Jira or similar agile tracking tools
- Experience leading teams or projects in a fast-paced delivery-focused environment
- Familiarity with nuclear safety analyses reliability programs or Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA)
Analytical Skills:
- Strong capabilities in both qualitative and quantitative risk assessments
- Ability to interpret complex engineering data to derive actionable insights
- A systematic and effective approach to solving complex technical challenges
Professional Attributes:
- A proven ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
- Meticulous and precise in all aspects of work from data entry to final analysis
- A proactive mindset geared towards learning adapting to new technologies and continuously improving processes
- Detail-oriented; committed to quality and precision in technical work
- Collaborative and adaptable; comfortable working across functional boundaries
- Growth mindset; committed to continuous improvement and learning.
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening.
This position requires access to and/or use of information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S. Department of Energys List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A which includes Canada and can be found here: unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen U.S. national U.S. permanent resident or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). More information can be found here: https:// must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The drug screen requirement in the background check process is not required if the role is based in Canada.
Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as this context Indigenous people are First Nations Métis and/or Inuit
For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position the pay range for this position is between $130K and $180K CAD. 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 for an existing vacancy.
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 anEqual 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
Required Experience:
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