Senior Principal Engineer - Processes

GE Vernova•Greenville, NC

12h

About The Position

The Senior Principal Engineer - MPE Processes is a senior technical leader and subject matter expert who sets strategic direction, shapes organizational technical vision, and drives innovation across projects and domains. The role leads engineering for highly complex manufacturing and material-process projects, advances engineering excellence, and mentors developing engineers. Working across the multidisciplinary Engineering team, the engineer owns and leads risk management while developing solutions that meet business, safety, quality, and customer requirements. The role serves as a technical authority across Materials & Processes, establishing standards and guiding decisions on casting, forging, coating, heat treating, joining, and related special processes. It provides end-to-end technical leadership for complex programs, owns critical deliverables, reviews and approves engineering documentation, and resolves technical issues with internal and external stakeholders. The engineer collaborates with the Sciences - MPE Chief Engineer, supports innovation and external engagement, protects company intellectual property, and develops technical capability through mentoring and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a similar field.
At least 10 years of experience in Engineering/Technology & Services Engineering.
Knowledge level comparable to a master's degree from an accredited university or college.
At least one year of experience in each of the following subject matter areas: casting, coating, forging, joining, heat treating, and NDE.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
If applicable, must be able to obtain U.S. Government authorization to access U.S. export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to lead technical teams and deliver results.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide clear communication and solid leadership on challenging technical issues.
Experience interfacing with customers, conferences, and user groups.
Customer-focused, with clear and concise written and oral communication tailored to the audience.
Demonstrated success working in a complex, cross-functional global environment.
Servant leadership mindset.
Focus on continuous improvement and Lean/Six Sigma methodology.
Data-driven and decisive despite ambiguity.
Humble, open, collaborative, and continuously learning.
Able to travel globally as needed.
Able to pursue correct engineering processes in adverse conditions.

Responsibilities

Serve as a senior technical authority across Materials & Processes, defining and enforcing technical standards, guiding design decisions, and making final determinations on technical tradeoffs and risk acceptance for casting, forging, coating, heat treating, joining, and related special processes.
Identify, develop, evaluate, and introduce engineering solutions for near- and long-term material engineering requirements involving safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Propose MPE process programs internally, including NTI, NPI, and Modules, and externally, including U.S. government and university programs.
Provide end-to-end technical leadership for highly complex engineering projects and programs, ensuring sound architecture, technical rigor, safety, quality, and lifecycle risk closure.
Own critical projects and technical deliverables supporting MPE processes.
Act as a primary technical resource and subject matter expert, providing guidance to AMRT, Manufacturing, Suppliers, Repair & Services, project teams, and stakeholders.
Review and approve engineering documentation, deliverables, deviations, and waivers for compliance with internal requirements, external regulations, and industry standards.
Collaborate with the Sciences - MPE Chief Engineer to review designs, align strategy, and provide technical direction.
Drive multidisciplinary problem resolution and identify system-level technical risks and mitigations for manufacturing, product centers, and field issues.
Identify innovation opportunities by monitoring technologies, regulations, competitors, and industrial trends; support external engagement through conferences, academic partnerships, and technical forums.
Interface with customers, suppliers, internal teams, and external entities to resolve complex technical issues and support project execution.
Prepare invention disclosures to protect competitive technology and company intellectual property rights.
Mentor and coach Principal and developing engineers, specialists, and technicians to strengthen technical judgment, knowledge sharing, and engineering capability.
Lead development of technical standards, best practices, design practices, and process improvements while fostering curiosity, continuous improvement, and inclusion.

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.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
Professional development and competitive compensation.