Technical Leader - Materials Engineering (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

Job Description Summary

The need for clean energy is greater than ever. At GE Vernova Hitachi (GVH), we are helping address climate change by designing technology to power our future with reliable, affordable, and 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 that 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.

The Materials Engineering Technical Leader will work within the Materials team to support all business units within GVH and Global Nuclear Fuel (GNF) across Nuclear Engineering. The role involves leading engineers towards developing new material technology, characterizing material behavior and performing design analyses for both plant and fuel applications. This role requires work planning and work oversight, technical problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration with other teams within both GVH and GNF businesses and functions and with external customers that we serve.

- Provide support to the functional manager to plan, assign, and manage resources for the Materials Engineering team

- Provide technical leadership for BWR plant and fuel related materials deliverables within both GVH and GNF businesses.

- Establish and maintain relationships with teams and commercial leaders within the business to understand upcoming related work demands and provide inputs on team capability and availability

- Work with other engineering leaders to advance risk-informed designs, as needed

- Perform manager review and approval of engineering technical deliverables for customers (internal and external)

- Work with project managers and commercial program managers to provide work planning, scheduling and technical support for customer deliverables

- Perform technical evaluations, analyses and verifications in the areas of BWR nuclear plant and fuel material applications.

- Perform work in compliance with NRC regulated policies and procedures

- Interface with internal and external customers on technical issues

- Support Company initiatives

- Meet customer commitments and drive continuous improvement

- Provide input/feedback to functional manager related to personnel performance

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline (Material Science, Nuclear, Mechanical, Chemical or similar).

- Minimum 6 years of experience in a technology or engineering role related to materials science and engineering

Eligibility Requirements

- The preferred work location for this role is at the GVH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered

- This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of U.S. person status prior to employment

- GVH 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 background investigation and drug screen.

- Ability and willingness to travel to domestic and international plant sites.

Desired Characteristics

- Operating at a senior level within the organization

- Experience in specific technology areas: BWR plant and fuel material processing, testing, and in-service performance behavior.

- Experience with BWR and PWR technology

- Knowledge of reactor licensing requirements

- Project management training & experience with enterprise scheduling tools such as Primavera

- Demonstrated high energy and the ability to energize others

- Team player with strong leadership capabilities

- Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude

- Legacy of delivering on commitments; tenacious, with a proven track record of overcoming obstacles; ability to achieve stretch targets

- Strong external focus; clear and demonstrated understanding of nuclear industry and/or energy industry

- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills

- Clearly and confidently communicates based on deep understanding

- Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers

- Ability to work to tight deadlines and cope under pressure

- Six Sigma, Lean, or equivalent quality training

The base pay range for this position is $112,000-160,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 8/13/2025.

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

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., 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.

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).

Yes

- This is a remote position

Application Deadline: August 13, 2025