Lead Engineer – Product Configuration Management

Job Description Summary

As a Lead Engineer for Product Architecture & Configuration, you will be a key contributor to the Gas Power Product Structuring Portfolio. You will be responsible for the technical execution of product structures, ensuring that engineering design intent is accurately translated into our Configuration Management (CM) systems.This role requires a practitioner who understands the technical "how-to" of product architecture and is capable of coordinating changes across all functions. You will work closely with Application Engineering, Supply Chain, and System Engineering to ensure that our product data supports high data integrity across our PLM, ERP, and other systems.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Product Architecture Execution: Develop and maintain product structures for the Gas Power portfolio. Translate technical requirements into logical features and marketing configurations that allow for flexible, scalable product offerings.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the technical point of contact for configuration changes. Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders (Supply Chain, Application Eng, and OTR teams) to ensure changes are implemented with minimal disruption and maximum quality.
• Digital Thread Integrity: Ensure that product enhancements are accurately reflected across the digital ecosystem (MBE, PLM, ERP, PASM). Perform impact assessments to identify how a change in one system affects the broader product definition.
• Process Improvement & Optimization: Actively participate in Lean initiatives. Identify bottlenecks in the current configuration process and propose/implement technical solutions that streamline data management.
• Technical Support & Mentorship: Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and specialists. Assist in troubleshooting complex configuration issues and ensure that standard work is followed across the portfolio.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or Business; i.e. Accounting, or Finance with relevant work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in Configuration Management, product structuring, or Product Lifecycle Management, (PLM)
• 3+ years working knowledge of rotating equipment or complex mechanical systems.
• 3+ years experience with product structures (BOMs), logical feature modeling, and the impact of configuration changes on downstream systems (ERP/Supply Chain).
• 3+ years of demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and work across departmental boundaries.
• 1 year of proficiency in data analysis and the ability to use that data to drive process improvements.

Desired Characteristics

• Familiarity with modern PLM and ERP environments and how they interact within a manufacturing or engineering business.
• Understanding of supply chain requirements, including material planning and cut-in management.
• Excellent communication skills—capable of explaining technical configuration challenges to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with continuous improvement/Lean methodologies.
• Self-motivated with a track record of successfully managing multiple workstreams concurrently.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 17, 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 resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.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.