Software Training Instructor

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova brings together GE's portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliablale, affordable and sustainable energy, while helping our customer power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security and improved quality of life.

The Software Training Instructor for GE Vernova ADMS (Heritage and GridOS) products is responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and effective training to a diverse group of learners. The primary focus is to ensure participants acquire the essential knowledge and skills required to efficiently utilize the software. Key responsibilities include creating a dynamic and supportive learning environment by employing various teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises.

The Instructor plays a crucial role in maintaining up-to-date course materials and collaborates closely with the Content/Curriculum Development team to ensure accurate and timely delivery of content. Additionally, the Instructor assesses participant progress, provides constructive feedback, and continuously updates their own expertise to remain abreast of the latest software features and best practices.

Through ongoing collaboration with stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), the Instructor ensures that the training aligns with organizational goals and meets user needs effectively. This role demands a commitment to fostering learner engagement and supporting their professional growth within the context of GEV ADMS products.

Job Description Essential Responsibilities Training Delivery

- Lead training sessions, both remote and in-person, to ensure participants understand the Grid Software products’ features, capabilities, and how to use it effectively.

- Use a variety of teaching methods, such as lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises to accommodate different learning styles.

Engagement And Motivation

- Foster an interactive and engaging learning environment to keep participants motivated and interested.

- Encourage participants through Q&A sessions, group activities, and interactive demonstrations.

Assessment And Evaluation

- Maintain assessments to measure learners’ understanding and skills.

- Provide constructive feedback and offer additional resources for learners who need help.

- Instructor will encourage participant feedback to assess participant knowledge, instructor effectiveness, and to determine the effectiveness of the training.

Documentation And Reporting

- Keep records of participant progress and attendance.

Curriculum And Course Material Development

- Maintain up-to-date training materials, including presentations, user manuals, and hands-on labs, tailored to the specific Grid Software product and the leaners’ needs.

- Update training content regularly to reflect new software releases, features, and best practices.

- Provide input to the Content/Curriculum Development team to ensure the development of accurate and timely courseware.

Product Knowledge Maintenance

- Stay up to date with the latest developments, features, and functionalities of the assigned Grid Software products.

- Continuously improve the instructor’s own knowledge and skills to ensure they deliver the most current and accurate information to learners.

Collaboration With Stakeholders

- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders/SMEs to ensure training content aligns with the software’s roadmap and meets user needs.

Required Qualifications

- Educational requirement: Graduate/Post-Graduate: Power Systems Engineer and/or Computer Science Engineer

- Basic understanding of electric utility industry

- Extensive experience with ADMS (s3 or s6), (3-5+ years), including a deep understanding of electrical distribution operations, automation, and controls systems.

- Understanding/background in programming and databases (Oracle/SQL).

- Experience working in Linux/Unix environments.

- In-depth knowledge of GridOS technologies and product experience with K8, Kafka, Linux, etc.

- Strong understanding of the GridOS platform, including Kubernetes, Foundation, DDLR, Data Fabric.

- Proven experience with instructional methodologies and teaching techniques.

- Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate learners.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software tools.

- Experience in diverse learning environments, including in-person and remote formats.

- Willingness to work across multiple global time zones, including, but not limited to, India, Europe, North America.

- Open for domestic and international travel.

Desired Qualifications

- Exceptional communicator with strong customer service skills and a proactive, responsive approach.

- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to effectively convey information and engage with others.

- Experience in software development or implementation, with a solid understanding of technical processes.

- Previous experience in teaching or training, with a focus on delivering clear and effective instruction.

- Attention to detail, adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills are critical for success in this role.

- Collaborative team player, able to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $98,0400USD - $123,000USD. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for commission.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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:

No