Principal Engineer – Configuration Management Governance

GE Vernova

. Serve as the recognized technical authority for Configuration Management processes within ISO 15288 and ISO 10007 .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $131,700 - $219,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Configuration Management processes aligned with ISO 15288 and ISO 10007, providing technical guidance and leadership across engineering teams while optimizing processes for efficiency and value.

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Configuration ManagementISO 15288ISO 10007PLM GTCCERP (Oracle Alpha, SAP-PMx)

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Hard Skills

Configuration Management PrinciplesSystems Engineering Body of KnowledgeTechnical ConsultationIntegrated System DesignProcess Optimization

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsFacilitation SkillsLeadership Skills

Tools & Technologies

TeamcenterConfluenceLean ProductivityContinuous Improvement Initiatives

Certifications & Qualifications

Configuration Management Principles and Implementation Certification (CMPIC)

Industry Keywords

Gas Power EngineeringQuality Management System (QMS)Change Control BoardEmerging TechnologiesIndustry Trends

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the recognized technical authority for Configuration Management processes within ISO 15288 and ISO 10007
Deploy Configuration Management rigor using the Systems Engineering Body of Knowledge and recognized industry best practices
Provide technical guidance to project teams, stakeholders, external parties, and Configuration Management staff
Oversee and make final technical/business decisions during the PALM (Teamcenter) Change Control Board
Facilitate PALM functionality changes in line with business need, value, and PALM MGPP
Collaborate on Gas Power Configuration Management and Control Policy
Own the architecture of CM QMS Policy and Confluence-based standard work
Govern the end-to-end Configuration Management lifecycle and connect ITR functions
Represent Gas Power Engineering in Siemens Management and Technical Review Boards
Lead GE Vernova CM Council partnerships across Electrification, Wind, and Gas Power
Identify, develop, evaluate, and introduce engineering and tool solutions
Provide technical consultation to cross-functional teams on manufacturing, product, supplier, and field issues
Monitor emerging technologies, regulations, and industry trends
Provide technical guidance, direction, and training globally
Mentor and coach developing engineers and support knowledge sharing
Lead technical standards, best practices, and team culture development
Work with engineering teams on integrated system design, structure solutions, and common processes
Support Quality, PLM multi-generation rollout, Lean productivity, Product Cost Out, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Computer Science
At least 8 additional years of experience in an engineering capacity
At least 5 years of experience in Configuration Management
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with design engineering and Digital/IT counterparts
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal, organizational, facilitation and leadership skills
Ability to document, plan, market and manage programs
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
Ability to assess and understand complex processes quickly
Ability to optimize processes to remove waste and non-value-added routines
Knowledge of PLM GTCC, RPDM, and ERP (Oracle Alpha, SAP-PMx)
Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015
Configuration Management Principles and Implementation Certification (CMPIC) listed as desired
Advanced degree in Engineering or Sciences preferred

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 and company retirement contributions
Access to 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