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Greenville, South Carolina, United States
Onsite
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Roles and Responsibilities
Design & Development
• Architect, build, and implement automation workflows and software bots using enterprise RPA platforms (UiPath, Blue Prism, Automation Anywhere)
• Design scalable, reusable automation components applicable across global manufacturing and supply chain sites
• Integrate RPA solutions with enterprise systems including ERP, MES, and data platforms via APIs and system connectors
Process Analysis & Opportunity Identification
• Analyze complex, cross-functional business processes within Supply Chain and Manufacturing to identify, evaluate, and prioritize automation opportunities
• Utilize process mining tools (e.g., UiPath Process Mining, Celonis) to quantify inefficiencies and build the business case for automation
• Gather and document detailed requirements from business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet operational needs
Testing & Deployment
• Lead end-to-end quality assurance, testing, debugging, and user acceptance testing (UAT) for all automation solutions
• Deploy bots into production environments in accordance with GE Vernova's IT governance, change management, and cybersecurity standards
• Manage RPA Orchestrator environments to ensure reliable scheduling, monitoring, and execution of deployed bots
Maintenance & Support
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and continuously improve existing RPA solutions across the global automation portfolio
• Manage SLAs and escalation procedures for critical production bots, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
• Proactively identify performance degradation or process drift and implement corrective actions
Governance & Compliance
• Ensure all RPA solutions adhere to enterprise cybersecurity policies, data privacy regulations, and IT architecture standards
• Maintain version control and audit trails for all automation assets in alignment with compliance requirements
• Serve as the global authority on RPA development standards, naming conventions, best practices, and platform governance frameworks
Documentation
• Produce comprehensive process documentation, technical specifications, solution design documents, and user guides
• Maintain up-to-date documentation to enable knowledge transfer, audit readiness, and global scalability of automation solutions
Pipeline & Portfolio Management
• Maintain and prioritize an automation opportunity pipeline aligned with business value, strategic objectives, and resource capacity
• Track and report automation KPIs — including hours saved, error reduction, cost avoidance, and ROI — to senior leadership
• Lead the development and maturation of the RPA Center of Excellence (CoE) framework and governance structure across the global organization
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
• Work closely with business analysts, project managers, IT architects, and operational teams across global manufacturing, supply chain, and finance functions
• Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership
• Partner with regional teams to support localization, deployment, and adoption of automation solutions across multiple geographies
Training & Enablement
• Support upskilling and capability building of regional and functional teams in RPA tools and automation best practices
• Act as the global subject matter expert and internal authority for RPA and intelligent automation technologies, guiding strategic direction and technology selection
• Coach and mentor junior team members and citizen developers participating in automation programs
Additional Requirements
• Requires a solid knowledge of mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods and other principles of science and physics.
• Assist in the integration of automation and AI into manufacturing systems that support Next Generation Supply Chain migration globally across GE Vernova. These systems, for example, will include usage-based maintenance / condition-based maintenance / autonomous machine learning / automated resource dispatch / asset monitoring & reliability.
• Engage design for SixSigma methodology (DFSS), including, measuring existing machine capability, analyzing process requirements, and developing a strategy to maintain / improve process yield.
• Deploy lean principles, including, Transformation Planning, Value Stream Mapping, 3P (Production Preparation Process), Total Productive Maintenance, Standard Work, Kaizen, Problem Solving, and Poka Yoke.
Required Qualifications
Export Control: Because of the specific categories of data handled and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of countries subject to comprehensive restrictions under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran, and Cuba). Note: Citizens of these countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship or permanent residency from a non‑restricted country can be considered.
Desired Characteristics
Technical Skills
Leadership & Professional Skills
• Proven ability to establish and operate as an organizational authority, influencing strategy and standards in a cross-functional, global environment without direct authority
• Experience leading or establishing an automation Center of Excellence (CoE) or similar governance structure
• Strong executive communication skills — able to develop and present business cases, KPIs, and automation roadmaps to senior leadership
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities with strong organizational skills
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast-paced environments with evolving business requirements
• Lead initiatives of significant scope and business impact across global functions
• Proven analytical thinking and structured problem-solving capabilities
Industry & Domain Knowledge
• Prior experience in manufacturing, industrial, or supply chain operational environments
• Familiarity with GE Gas Power or broader GE Vernova business processes and systems is advantageous
• Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies as applied to process automation
Additional Requirements
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization with stakeholders across multiple regions and time zones
• Willingness and ability to travel 25-30%, including potential international travel to GE Gas Power manufacturing sites
• Strong self-starter with the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy while maintaining alignment with global priorities
• Ability to manage ambiguity and drive clarity in requirements across diverse stakeholder groups
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging RPA, AI, and intelligent automation trends and technologies
Travel Percentage: 25-30%
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $122,600.00 and $204,400.00. 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 April 27, 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.