Technology Manager - Mechanical Engineering

GE Vernova•Elgin Township, IL

6d•$144,870 - $241,230•Onsite

About The Position

The Technology Manager - Mechanical Engineering leads GE Vernova Advanced Research’s mechanical engineering technology portfolio, advancing mechanical design, inspection technologies, and advanced manufacturing methods across GE Vernova’s Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses. The role develops early-stage, high-disruption technologies from concept through transition to the businesses and builds multi-generational technology roadmaps for structural mechanics and durability. The manager works with Chief Engineers, Chief Scientists, Senior Principal Engineers, business units, external partners, government agencies, national laboratories, academic institutions, and industry partners to align research with product and manufacturing goals. The role also helps shape the team’s strategic vision and represents GE Vernova’s research capabilities in the scientific and energy communities. The position leads, mentors, and develops a team of technologists and researchers; supports talent acquisition and retention; and encourages scientific excellence, personal growth, and operational discipline. It oversees program execution, resource planning, safety, quality, compliance, budgets, and investment priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed research environment. Onsite presence at GE Vernova Advanced Research in Niskayuna, New York, is essential.

Requirements

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline with at least 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience leading technical programs or R&D efforts in mechanical design, inspection technologies, advanced manufacturing methods, or a closely related engineering discipline.
Direct management experience leading teams of at least 3 engineers or scientists, including developing talent, handling performance, and building high-performing organizations.
Legal authorization to work in the United States; the position is not eligible for immigration or visa sponsorship.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under applicable U.S. export regulations because the position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws.
Must be willing to work onsite at GE Vernova Advanced Research in Niskayuna, New York.

Nice To Haves

Experience contributing to, writing, and executing competitive proposals with U.S. government agencies such as DOE, ARPA-E, DOD, or DARPA, or equivalent federal sponsors.
Ability to translate complex technical and business challenges into clear priorities, actionable plans, and measurable outcomes.
Industrial mechanical engineering experience, particularly in mechanical design, inspection technologies, or advanced manufacturing, with exposure to scaling solutions from laboratory research to production.
Success transitioning R&D technology into commercial or industrial products, with lifecycle ownership from concept through deployment.
Experience leading or collaborating with global or geographically distributed teams across business functions and engineering disciplines in a matrixed environment.
Familiarity with advanced design tools, inspection technologies relevant to structural materials or manufacturing processes, and advanced manufacturing methods including additive manufacturing.
Understanding of customer needs and competitive trends in power generation, wind energy, or electrification, and ability to translate those insights into technology strategy.
Experience building and sustaining a culture of safety and continuous improvement in a technical research or engineering organization.
Experience applying Lean methodologies in research, product development, or early-stage technology environments.
Professional community involvement through conference participation, publications, or technical society leadership.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex structural mechanics concepts to executive and non-technical business audiences.

Responsibilities

Build and manage a portfolio of research programs in mechanical design, inspection technologies, and advanced manufacturing across GE Vernova’s Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses.
Lead early-stage technology development from concept through successful transition to the businesses.
Develop multi-generational technology roadmaps for structural mechanics and durability.
Partner with engineering and research leaders to align strategy with product and manufacturing goals.
Connect GE Vernova Advanced Research, business units, and external partners, including U.S. government agencies.
Work with the Technology Director and Mission Leaders to shape the team’s vision.
Coordinate disruptive technology efforts with business teams and integrate them into long-term product and technology plans.
Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, national laboratories, academic institutions, and industry partners.
Represent and promote GE Vernova’s research capabilities in the scientific and energy communities.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of technologists and researchers.
Support talent acquisition and retention, and provide coaching, career development, and structured growth opportunities.
Promote Lean principles, project and program management best practices, and operational discipline.
Ensure programs meet high standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
Plan resources to balance organizational priorities with individual researcher development goals.
Drive accountability for project execution in a matrixed research environment.
Oversee budgets and prioritize investment across the team’s program portfolio.