Engineering Operations Manager (m/w/d)
GE Vernova · Berlin
Job Description Summary
At GE Vernova's Grid Solutions business we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability Grid Solutions plays a pivotal role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid having the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.Are you a strategic leader with a passion for engineering excellence? As our Engineering Operations Manager, you will oversee the operations of our Central Europe regional engineering offices.Primarily, the role will have direct responsibility for how the Engineering team runs. This includes, but is not limited to, portfolio management, demand/capacity forecasts, budget projections and actuals, operating cadence, creation of standard work and daily management.
Job Description
Core Responsibilities
Operations:
- Serves as the single point of contact, own and be held accountable to lead Engineering related business critical initiatives, dashboards, and KPIs
- Activate daily management across the whole of the Engineering teams.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and best practices. Monitor key performance indicators and analyze data to drive operational efficiencies.
- Foster a world class operations culture. Deliver strong daily management operating mechanisms, improve visual management, and ensure culture of accountability.
- Partner with stakeholders to set clear metrics with the most significant impact on the business and drive operational rigor and accountability.
- Identify, sometimes lead and follow up on Lean events across the Engineering organization to improve say/do and productivity and overall working experience for the team.
- Hold operating rhythm, pacing calls on Resource/workload management, Engineering utilization, Budget Deviation, On Time Delivery (OTD), Say Do Ratio (SDR).
- Lead all central team initiatives in collaboration with Department Managers such as Integrated Talent Management (ITM) updates & progress, Technical Experts Program (TEP), Project Engineering Manager (PEM) certification progress, and Engineering Management Handbook (EMH) updates
- Makes decisions or solves complex tasks or problems in areas of technology or engineering using business-based judgements.
Process & Tools Integration:
- Ensure alignment of engineering processes and tools with the Engineering Management Handbook (EMH).
- Collaborate with IT to secure and maintain engineering tools and infrastructure.
Quality & EHS Accountability:
- Ensure compliance with quality procedures and resolve any non-conformances promptly.
- Serve as a champion for Lessons Learned, CoPQ initiatives.
Continuous Improvement:
- Capture and utilize Return of Experience (RoE) to enhance future projects.
- Contribute to global engineering efficiency initiatives through knowledge capitalization.
External Engineering:
Works with Sourcing and Engineering functions on improving engineering subcontractors & internal / External work packages, and monitoring and documenting performance
Work with Sourcing on subcontractor qualification process, rigor, and selection
Technical Office
Enhance GE GSI relations GE CS, Universities and Engineering Associations to learn or promote new technologies.
Serve as the single point of contact to our Global engineering competence center
Be an inclusive champion of process rigor, change & a transformation agent, using Lean methodology.
Qualifications & Skills:
Education:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.
Experience:
- 10+ years in an EPC environment within T&D, Power Generation, Wind, or Oil & Gas.
- Proven leadership in managing engineering teams and complex projects.
Technical Expertise:
- Mastery of Operations procedures and Strategic planning.
- Proficiency with engineering management tools and software.
- Hands-on experience with Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen facilitation, 5S, and visual management system and Daily Management Systems (DMS)
Core Competencies:
- Strategic Planning & Process Optimization
- EHS Integration & Quality Assurance
- Return of Experience (RoE) Management
- Strong Communication & Leadership Skills
- Global Mindset & Cultural Competence
Other Requirements:
- Willingness to travel within the region.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and global centers.
- Strategic thinker – ability to navigate complexity, develop clear actions, and drive impact.
- Clear thinker with strong decision making skills and demonstrated ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated systems thinker with an ability to assess tradeoffs, assess risk and mitigation, as well as optimize outcomes.
- Demonstrated/Proven ability to:
- influence without direct reporting alignment
- build consensus inside and outside of large organizations
- lead global teams to successful outcomes
- identify and drive process improvement, implement standard work, and utilize Lean operating principles
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Role: Lead regional engineering operations and drive strategic initiatives.
- Growth Opportunities: Develop your career within a global engineering framework.
- Collaborative Environment: Work with diverse, talented teams and cutting-edge technologies.
- Commitment to Safety: Promote a safe and compliant workplace
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes