Automation Readiness & Enablement Leader (f/m/d)
GE VernovaRemote
Full Time
Posted September 2, 2026
$113k - $113k
Power Generation
Remote
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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 1, 2026
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Job Description
The Readiness & Enablement Leader is a recognized expert in automation and operational excellence, driving transformation across GE Vernova’s global sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with plant teams to plan, assess, and accelerate site readiness for automation projects.
- Lead and execute comprehensive readiness assessments covering lean maturity, digital systems, infrastructure, and workforce capability.
- Deliver targeted on-site coaching and knowledge transfer to build local ownership and capability.
- Support standardization of processes and practices necessary for automation enablement.
- Collaborate with and coach plant leadership, IT/OT teams, and facilities to coordinate upgrades and close gaps in digital or physical infrastructure.
- Track site progress, risks, and outcomes, reporting regularly to the Director, Automation Enablement.
- Develop and share best practices, tools, and templates for readiness and enablement activities.
- Support workforce training and engagement initiatives to build a culture of automation and continuous improvement.
- Foster collaboration and strong working relationships across cross-functional teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field.
- Extensive experience in industrial transformation, lean operations, automation deployment, or plant engineering.
- Expert in conducting operational assessments and implementing process improvements.
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to work effectively across diverse plant teams and technical disciplines.
- Proven expertise and ability to influence process standardization, training, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel to sites as needed.
- For US-based work locations: Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
- You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.careers.gevernova.com to be considered.
- Extensive experience in industrial transformation, lean operations, automation deployment, or plant engineering.
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field.
- Experience deploying automation or digital solutions in manufacturing or energy environments.
- Formal lean/six sigma certification or advanced training.
- Experience as a change agent in industrial settings.
- Ability to translate strategy into tactical execution in complex plant environments.
- Passion for developing workforce capability and building high-performing teams.
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