AI Program Manager

GE Vernova

. Collaborate with business lines, functions, SMEs, and senior leadership across Electrification to define objectives and strategic priorities for AI initiatives .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeChennai • IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AI and machine learning project management, with a strong focus on Generative AI and process improvement methodologies. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage vendor relationships, and drive enterprise-scale AI adoption while maximizing ROI.

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AI Project ManagementGenerative AI ExpertiseLEAN Principles ApplicationAgile MethodologiesVendor Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

AIMachine LearningData ScienceProject Management MethodologiesProcess ImprovementBudget ManagementProgram PlanningRisk ManagementCustomer-Success MetricsTechnical Solutioning

Soft Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingHi-TechPower IndustryEnergy SectorAI Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with business lines, functions, SMEs, and senior leadership across Electrification to define objectives and strategic priorities for AI initiatives
Lead discovery and qualification of AI use-case ideas according to AI strategic portfolio management standards
Develop multi-generational roadmaps for AI initiatives with stakeholders, SMEs, and business-line AI leaders
Align technical and business roadmaps to prioritize initiatives and maximize ROI
Drive objective and consistent prioritization of AI initiatives with business-line AI leaders and steering committees
Drive cross-business-line synergies and prioritization analysis
Lead program planning, iteration planning, and project execution with key stakeholders
Manage vendor relationships with AI service partners to optimize resource planning, utilization, delivery timelines, budgets, and spend
Establish, execute, measure, govern, and report customer-success metrics
Apply LEAN principles across program and portfolio management to eliminate waste and increase efficiency
Identify and manage risks and plan effective mitigation with AI business-line leaders and the AI program leader
Partner with senior leadership, steering committees, business leaders, SMEs, GE Vernova’s HQ AI Foundry, delivery teams, and platform organizations to establish governance and enable enterprise-scale AI adoption

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or master’s degree with significant experience in AI
Proven experience using project management methodologies to deliver business value and driving change across organization
Strong understanding of AI, machine learning, data science with specific focus on Generative AI
At-least 5 years delivering programs/projects in process improvements, productivity, managing vendors and 2 years leading delivery of AI projects/programs
Solid foundational domain understanding of manufacturing and Hi-tech businesses; experience with Power/Energy companies is an added advantage
Strong understanding of various project and program management methodologies, with a track record of establishing standards across an organization
Strong project management skills with agile methodologies
Strong understanding of technology, platforms, and various technical components involved in solutioning AI/ML and Generative AI projects
Experience managing budgets, including budget and spends
Strong leadership, influencing, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills in a multinational company across multiple regions
Self-starter requiring minimal direction to accomplish goals and objectives
Ability to learn, adapt, and evaluate emerging technology for adoption in the business
Strong team-player and collaboration skills
Customer-focused approach and ability to build strong relationships
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Change-oriented mindset and ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes