Job Description Summary

Activities aimed at proving a concept to be valid or technically feasible by the application of scientific and engineering methodologies. Work in this family typically has the objective of demonstrating through test or analyses the performance and implementation potential of a concept

Impacts the team's ability to achieve service, quality and timeliness of objectives. The role is subject to operating policy objectives. There is moderate autonomy within the role. High levels of operational judgment are required to achieve outcomes required.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Build a robust portfolio of Research programs to drive the Aerothermal and process modeling strategy across the GE Vernova businesses (Power, Wind, and Electrification).
• Lead early-stage technology development in aerothermal analysis, design, and optimization with high disruption potential and mature these technologies from initial concept to successful product introduction.
• Coordinate disruptive technology efforts in close collaboration with our GE Vernova businesses and ensure that such efforts are incorporated into long-term multi-generational technology and product road maps and plans.
• Drive technology and product roadmaps to ensure our businesses have a multi-year strategic plan that is competitive.
• Drive the GE Vernova strategy for safety, quality and productivity in early stage programs, research and products and services.
• Lead a world-class team of Technologists with a focus on developing and integrating aerothermal attributes into product design and development and well as process modeling .
• Responsibilities include driving technical and organizational strategy, ensuring operational excellence (safety & compliance, finance, resource planning) and enabling project execution.
• Recruit and retain top talent. Provide mentoring, coaching, career growth opportunities and focused operational development (project/program management, Lean principles, etc.) for team members.
• Work closely with the Technology Director and Mission Leaders, collaboratively across the GE Vernova business and technology teams, and with key external partners to develop/refine the vision and strategy for the Aerothermal and Process Modeling team.
• Resource planning for the team to meet both organizational needs and Researcher development goals.
• Create an open environment and cross sharing of technology. Collaborate across disciplines and actively contribute to the Technology Manager/People Leader community at the site.
• Establish, maintain, and grow strategic relationships with the GE Vernova and external community in areas of need for the organization.
• Represent and promote GE Vernova’s research in the community.
• Work closely with Chief Engineers and Chief Scientists, Senior Principal Engineers and Senior Principal Scientists & Principal Engineers and Principal Scientists to develop technical strategy for the Aerothermal organization and to enable the team to grow and excel technically

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D Degree with at least 8 years of experience or Master’s Degree with at least 15 years of experience in aerodynamics, thermal engineering, or process modeling or related technical discipline
• Experience executing on and leading early technical readiness level (TRL) research in Aerodynamics, process modeling or a closely related area and maturing the technology along the TRL scale to transition to projects or services
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and grow people in an organization
• Demonstrated impact, leadership capability and ability to lead, build and energize cross-functional teams in a high impact technology
• Demonstrated capability to thrive in a matrixed team environment
• Demonstrated ability to understand customer needs and industry trends; simplify strategy into specific actions, make decisions and communicate priorities
• Proven track record of promoting safety practices
• Proven ability to continuously improve the culture of the organization
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Bangalore, India. Onsite presence is essential to support hands-on collaboration, project success and direct reports.

Desired Characteristics

• Industrial experience in the field of aerothermal or process modeling application with solid understanding of turbomachinery, energy systems and decarbonization technologies.
• Demonstrated origination, design, productization and deployment of technology solutions into a production environment.
• Demonstrated track record in the transition of research and development technology into an industrial product environment.
• Experience working with and interacting with global teams and cross-functional teams across different domains and geographical locations in a matrixed environment.
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to inspire excellence and stimulate change

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