Job Description Summary
At GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH), we are united by a single, urgent, and optimistic mission: electrify to thrive and decarbonize. The world needs us to accelerate the transition to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. Together, we have the energy to change the world.
As the Technical Lead – Plant Equipment Design you will lead and mentor a matrixed team with a focus on work planning, technical approach, design assurance, and execution excellence from ITO through OTR on new build and modernization projects. Scope includes proposal, requirements management, design, optioneering, equipment selection, installation through commissioning as well as stewardship of guides, tools, skills development, knowledge capture, lessons learned, best practices, issue resolution, and supplier or partner technical oversight.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
- Lead engineering solutions across plant disciplines, including mechanical design, equipment design, licensing support, procurement, testing, and installation/operations support.
- Work with cross-functional engineering teams to develop project proposals, plans, cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments.
- Support project execution by tracking progress, identifying risks and issues, and helping develop mitigation or recovery plans.
- Help manage scope changes and support project change requests when needed.
- Ensure work is delivered on time, within budget, and in line with technical, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate daily project activities and follow through to make sure commitments and deliverables are met.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, vendors, and support teams to drive project completion.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to support high-quality system design through fabrication, installation, and testing.
- Support resource planning, statement of work development, and team mobilization across internal and external partners.
- Contribute to knowledge sharing, process improvement, and simplification efforts.
- Promote a strong nuclear safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and industry regulations.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related four-year technical degree from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in a technical and/or business environment
- At least 2 years of experience in a technical leadership role, including direct customer interaction
Eligibility Requirements
- The desired work location is our Headquarters in Wilmington, NC, but highly qualified remote (US Based) candidates will be considered.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% (domestic and international)
- 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
- 3+ years of experience in nuclear plant system or component design, plant engineering, maintenance and modifications, and/or new plant design certification and licensing
- 5+ years of experience in equipment or component design and/or technical reviews, including product requirements management, technical risk tracking and mitigation, design reviews, procurement, and fabrication support
- 5+ years of experience working with applicable industry standards such as ASME, AWS, and BWRVIP guidance
- Strong proficiency with engineering and productivity software, including Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Visio), CAD/modeling and analysis tools, and collaboration platforms such as PLM and Documentum
- Familiarity with U.S. nuclear laws, regulations, guidance, and industry requirements, including NRC, DOE, or international equivalents
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance technical detail, risk, schedule, and business needs
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of scope, planning, scheduling, budgeting, prioritization, action tracking, and execution
- Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and a proven ability to deliver quality results on time and within budget in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
- Adaptable and quick to learn, with the ability to work effectively across functions, business units, partner organizations, suppliers, customers, and regulatory stakeholders
- Continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify and implement more effective ways of working
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear, well-organized engineering documentation
- Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated leadership ability
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
#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: April 11, 2026For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. 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 March 23, 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.
