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Director, Automation & Robotics Integration – Commissioning

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Location

New York

Posted

5 days ago

Salary

$200K - $270K / year

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor Degree10 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Architect and own the enterprise-wide strategy for integration and commissioning of automation solutions, establishing standards, frameworks, and best practices across GE Vernova • Lead a high-performing, cross-functional team responsible for the on-time, on-budget, and secure deployment of automation projects from pilot through full-scale production • Directly manage project and program budgets, vendor contracts, and drive ROI through comprehensive vendor and stakeholder management • Champion vendor performance management, technology selection, and contract negotiations to ensure the delivery of scalable and sustainable automation solutions • Partner extensively with system integrators, site managers, business unit CEOs, technology architects, IT/OT, HR, Finance, and Communications to identify opportunities, remove barriers, and deliver projects aligned with strategic priorities • Represent GE Vernova in industry forums, vendor summits, regulatory engagements, and external collaborative partnerships • Develop and continually refine innovative metrics to assess integration effectiveness, commissioning rigor, and performance outcomes • Proactively manage safety, compliance, risk, and change management throughout every phase of deployment • Influence senior leadership on investment, strategic priorities, and technology adoption • Foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring scalability, security, and performance of all commissioned automation solutions

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Operations, or related technical discipline (Master’s preferred)
  • 10+ years’ experience leading complex integration, automation, or commissioning programs in energy, manufacturing, or industrial settings
  • Demonstrated track record in setting enterprise-wide standards, developing frameworks, and managing major automation deployments
  • Proven success managing cross-functional teams and multi-million-dollar budgets within a large, matrixed organization
  • Advanced analytical and strategic skills, with a history of solving integration and commissioning challenges creatively and effectively
  • Comprehensive commercial acumen, including vendor management, contract negotiation, ROI assessment, and market positioning
  • Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience influencing senior executives internally and externally

Benefits

  • health insurance
  • additional benefits
  • access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
  • 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
  • tuition assistance
  • adoption assistance
  • paid parental leave
  • disability benefits
  • life insurance
  • 12 paid holidays
  • permissive time off
  • the Restoration Plan, a nonqualified plan with company credits on eligible pay above IRS limits

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