Nuclear Engineering Lead – AI, Data Science

GE Vernova

. Champion Artificial Intelligence and Data Science adoption across the Nuclear Engineering organization .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeWilmington • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $131,700 - $219,300 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, with a strong focus on driving business impact through engineering productivity and regulatory compliance. Proven leadership in team development, continuous improvement, and strategic alignment with financial goals.

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Artificial IntelligenceData ScienceLean MethodologyBusiness AnalysisPeople Leadership

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Hard Skills

Machine LearningStatistical AnalysisOptimization TechniquesContinuous ImprovementAgile Practices

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam BuildingProblem SolvingCoachingPerformance Management

Tools & Technologies

Digital Engineering ToolsAI-Enabled CapabilitiesData Analytics Platforms

Industry Keywords

Nuclear EngineeringRegulatory ComplianceEBITDA GrowthP&L ImpactEngineering Physics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Champion Artificial Intelligence and Data Science adoption across the Nuclear Engineering organization
Drive AI-enabled strategies toward the $800M EBITDA growth goal by 2028
Lead the Engineer 2030 transformation to double engineering productivity from $2M to $4M per engineer per year
Lead a high-performing team developing and implementing AI-enabled capabilities across the nuclear enterprise
Collaborate with Digital Engineering to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with digital tools strategy and roadmap
Challenge the status quo and identify waste using Lean and AI thinking
Partner with Digital Technology and Advanced Research to evolve the ML/AI strategy
Create standard work ensuring AI initiatives meet nuclear-business regulatory and security requirements
Apply Plan, Do, Check, Act methodology to improve standard work and drive continuous improvement
Own technical requirements and key performance indicators for AI initiatives
Drive measurable business impact and timely problem-solving

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering, Computer Science, AI/ML, Mathematics, or related field, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 8 years of experience in a related field
Comprehensive knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science and their interaction with engineering physics and optimization
Strong business and financial analysis skills, including linking technical milestones to EBITDA and P&L impact
Effective oral and written communication skills
Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, and Agile practices
Experience with Lean, Agile, and continuous improvement practices
Demonstrated people leadership experience, including hiring, performance management, coaching, and talent development
Strong team-building and problem-solving abilities
Ability to challenge the status quo, improve processes, and drive adoption of new capabilities
Access to U.S. export-controlled information requires authorization from the U.S. Government, if applicable
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Relocation assistance