NPI Program Manager

Job Description Summary

Why GE Vernova – Grid Automation & Software?
At GE Vernova, we are leading the electrification of the world, helping to ensure a reliable and sustainable energy future. Our Grid Automation & Software business is at the forefront of this mission, providing critical solutions for monitoring, controlling, protecting and optimizing electrical grids.
Role Summary:
As the Sensing & Diagnostics NPI Program Manager, you will lead the execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, ensuring rigorous planning and proactive management of risks and opportunities across the product lifecycle. You will work closely with Product Management, Engineering, Design, and Commercial teams to translate strategic goals into actionable delivery plans.
Your program portfolio will span multiple concurrent NPI initiatives across the Sensing & Diagnostics product line, which brings together Monitoring & Diagnostics (M&D), GridBeats™ Asset Management, and GridBeats™ Substation Monitoring, a newly created product line combining deep domain expertise across both hardware-driven diagnostics and software-based asset performance management. Programs will range from incremental enhancements to breakthrough innovations.
This role is ideal for a certified program management professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and is passionate about delivering high-impact solutions at the intersection of hardware, software, and grid intelligenc

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Lead end-to-end execution of NPI programs from initiation through commercial launch.
• Drive execution across multiple lifecycle phases in compliance with stage-gate governance and development processes.
• Establish and maintain integrated program plans covering technical development, industrialization, validation, certification, manufacturing readiness, and commercial launch.
• Define program execution strategies that optimize delivery performance across concurrent product introductions.

Cross-functional Coordination

• Coordinate activities across Product Management, R&D, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Regulatory, Marketing, Sales, and Services.
• Manage inter-workstream dependencies, ensuring alignment of schedules, deliverables, and critical milestones.
• Remove execution barriers and facilitate timely decision-making across the organization.

Program Governance

• Organize program reviews, gate reviews, executive updates, and steering committee meetings.
• Monitor program health through KPIs, milestone tracking, budget monitoring, and schedule adherence.
• Ensure appropriate documentation and governance requirements are met throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Champion continuous improvement of NPI governance, execution methodologies, and program management practices across the portfolio

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify technical, operational, commercial, regulatory, supply chain, and resource risks.
• Drive mitigation plans and escalate critical issues when required to protect program objectives.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive program risk registers.

Resource & Portfolio Coordination

• Coordinate resource planning across multiple concurrent development programs.
• Partner with functional leaders to resolve resource conflicts and optimize execution.
• Support portfolio prioritization in close collaboration with Product Management leadership.

Product Launch Readiness

• Coordinate cross-functional readiness activities for product launches, including manufacturing readiness, training, documentation, certifications, product data, service enablement, and commercial release.
• Ensure all launch criteria are satisfied before market introduction.
• Support smooth transition from development into sustaining operations.

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary execution focal point for assigned programs.
• Provide regular status reporting, executive dashboards, and actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Build strong collaborative relationships across global and regional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
• Minimum 10 years of experience leading technical projects or engineering teams.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing complex NPI, Product Development, or Technical Program Management initiatives.
• Demonstrated success delivering cross-functional programs in industrial, electrical, software, automation, or energy industries.
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycles and stage-gate methodologies.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with globally distributed teams.
• Proven ability to influence and lead without direct organizational authority.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to balance technical, commercial, and operational priorities.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or equivalent).
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.

Preferred Characteristics

• Master's in Business Administration (MBA), Operations or related discipline.
• Experience with enterprise SW programs, Agile practices, and global product launches.
• Experience working within matrix organizations and multinational engineering environments.
• Familiarity with industrial operations, asset management, and predictive analytics is a plus.
• Experience in electrical utilities, smart grid, or industrial IoT is strongly advantageous.

Desired Characteristics

• Execution-Focused – Drives clarity, urgency, and accountability across teams.
• Structured Thinker – Breaks down complexity into manageable, actionable plans.
• Agile Champion – Promotes Agile principles and adapts delivery models to team needs.
• Collaborative Partner – Builds trust and alignment across functions and levels.
• Resilient Problem Solver – Navigates ambiguity and resolves issues proactively.
• Customer-Oriented – Keeps end-user outcomes in mind throughout execution.
• Global Mindset – Comfortable working across cultures and time zones.

Join us and be part of a mission-driven team redefining sensing & diagnostics for the energy transition. Help utilities unlock the full potential of their infrastructure while advancing toward a cleaner, smarter, and more resilient energy future.

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