Lead Energy Technology Analyst

GE Vernova•Schenectady, NY

10d

About The Position

The Lead Energy Technology Analyst is a technical execution role within the Technology Strategy team in the Enterprise Development, Growth & Excellence (EDGE) organization. The role conducts rigorous techno-economic assessments of emerging technologies and new business models, applying engineering and scientific first principles and internal and external data to evaluate technical and economic viability. Its analyses provide a quantitative foundation for investment recommendations to GE Vernova senior leaders. The analyst develops and maintains models, assesses market and competitive information, and works with subject matter experts across GE Vernova business units and the Advanced Research Center. The role produces clear, actionable technical and economic assessments for senior leaders, including the CTO, Head of M&A, and business unit leadership, and maintains consistent, auditable, repeatable analytical methods.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
At least 5 years of professional experience in the power generation industry and/or energy market financial structures.
Experience with thermodynamic modeling software such as Aspen or other energy system evaluation tools, and/or system-level economic modeling tools.
Detailed knowledge of one or more of the following: power generation technologies and systems; electrical transmission and distribution technologies and systems; energy storage equipment and systems; or electricity markets and pricing mechanisms.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Marketing.
Proficiency in thermodynamic modeling software such as Aspen or other energy system evaluation tools, and/or system-level economic modeling tools.
Ability to decompose complex, ambiguous problems into fundamental engineering and economic components.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to concisely explain highly technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

Conduct end-to-end quantitative analyses of proposed technologies and business models.
Use engineering first principles and modeling tools such as Aspen and Excel to validate technical performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Build and maintain internal models for assessing innovation opportunities and perform sensitivity analyses to identify key cost and performance drivers.
Scan the energy landscape for external data, competitive trends, and industry benchmarks.
Engage with the Corporate Strategic Marketing team and other marketing and strategy teams to understand energy industry value pools and growth segments.
Incorporate market intelligence into techno-economic models so assessments reflect current market realities and emerging best practices.
Create concise, actionable narratives and deliverables for senior leaders, including technical white papers, executive memos, and presentation materials.
Work with subject matter experts across GE Vernova business units and the Advanced Research Center to test assumptions and align findings with technical and market realities.
Conduct self-critique and peer review of analytical outputs to ensure accuracy and logical consistency.
Identify risks and red flags in proposed innovations and assessment methodologies.
Maintain a repository of technical and economic models and ensure consistent assumptions and methodologies for auditability and repeatability.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions.
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
12 paid holidays.
Permissive time off.
Professional development and competitive compensation.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
Relocation assistance.