Job Description Summary

Job Description

Summary

The need for clean energy is greater than ever. At GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) we are helping address climate change by designing technology to power our future with reliable, affordable, carbon-free energy. We are a world leader in advanced reactor technology, fuel and services. Join us as we build our legacy, boldly innovating to provide carbon-free power to the world.

We are a diverse and dedicated global team who believes in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected, and that they belong. By embracing diverse teams and perspectives, we are better equipped to build a world that works.

This position serves as the strategic lead for Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) within the Nuclear Engineering organization. The incumbent will be responsible for building a unified Center of Excellence (CoE) for I&C by integrating currently distributed advanced nuclear controls and installed base/services functions. This role oversees a total organization of over 200 personnel (FTE and staff augmentation) and is accountable for the delivery of all controls engineering for FOAK (First-of-a-Kind) BWRX-300 SMR construction and commissioning, as well as nuclear fleet services and uprates.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Establish and scale an engineering resourcing strategy with key suppliers to enable flexible, cost-effective delivery of plant-specific designs.
• Program Delivery: Lead I&C engineering across multiple parallel FOAK BWRX-300 projects and provide technical direction for NUMAC services for existing reactors.
• Architecture & Process: Drive consistent controls architecture and execution. Develop efficient processes, tools, and team structures to enhance delivery speed, quality, and repeatability.
• CoE Integration: Lead the formation of a formal Center of Excellence to consolidate disparate I&C skillsets across the broader Nuclear Engineering organization.
• Stakeholder Management: Influence and align cross-functional stakeholders (Supply Chain, Construction, Commissioning) to deliver complex scope reliably in an environment of high uncertainty.
• Operations & Innovation: Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Advanced Research, and senior leadership to optimize business operations, implement AI/Digital applications, and drive enterprise-wide Lean initiatives.
• Team Development: Lead and mentor a high-performance organization, providing clear execution leadership and building a culture of continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in engineering design and/or project leadership.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the nuclear industry or equivalent power industry.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Controls Engineering.

Desired Characteristics

• Technical Expertise: Strong background in I&C systems, including safety-critical systems, regulatory requirements, and EPC power plant engineering.
• Leadership Excellence: Proven ability to build and lead high-performing, multi-disciplinary, and geographically dispersed teams.
• Lean Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in Lean principles and practices, with a track record of driving immediate impact, leading change, and improving business performance.
• Strategic Execution: Ability to translate business vision into practical, actionable plans and deliver results in complex, evolving environments.
• Systems Thinking: Ability to navigate complex, large-scale technical architectures and apply sound technical judgment to cross-functional interfaces.
• Adaptability: Ability to transition seamlessly between high-level strategic planning and hands-on execution oversight.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence across organizations and promote a culture of collaboration.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $220,000 and $300,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

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

 

 

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:

 

 

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

 

 

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 18, 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 Executive Services. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off, and the Restoration Plan, a nonqualified plan with company credits on eligible pay above IRS limits.

 

 

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.