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Lead engineering project planner

Rugby
Permanent
GE Vernova
Project planner
€65,000 a year
Posted: 2 February
Offer description

Overview

Job Description Summary
GE Vernova’s Power Conversion & Storage business provides electrification systems that are critical to our global customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with the world’s major energy, maritime, and industrial organizations, enabling their transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives, and control technologies.


Job Description

Lead the definition of scope and development of schedules for complex engineering projects, oversee project monitoring and follow-up, interact with high-level stakeholders, define and maintain strategic KPIs, and ensure the success of engineering projects.


Role & Responsibilities

* Define and develop schedules for complex engineering projects.
* Oversee the monitoring and follow-up of multiple projects.
* Align projects and objectives with high-level stakeholders.
* Define and maintain strategic KPIs for the engineering area.
* Establish control over project milestones by identifying main product/system parts.
* Study project scope in detail, focusing on deliverables and required activities.
* Create the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) with Project Manager and Engineering Leader involvement.
* Develop detailed project schedules from activity definition, duration, and sequencing.
* Specialize in Project Management tools (e.g., MS-Project, Primavera, Excel, Smartsheet).
* Identify the project's critical path and suggest solutions in conjunction with Product/Project Managers, Lead Engineers.
* Coordinate and control engineering activities, ensuring alignment with product leaders.
* Collaborate with product leaders to incorporate requirements and expectations into project planning and execution.
* Monitor planned activities (Planned vs. Actual) through internal interfaces.
* Incorporate schedule changes and evaluate impacts from Change Orders.
* Plan the development and introduction of new products to the market.
* Commit to Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Quality Management System (QMS) standards, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and internal procedures.


Qualifications & Requirements

* Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related fields, or equivalent experience
* Strong experience in engineering activity planning.
* Proven experience in project management and team leadership.
* Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile, Lean).
* Advanced skills in negotiation, conflict management, and decision-making.
* Experience in make-to-order projects.
* Ability to identify main product/system parts to establish control over project milestones.
* Proficiency in MS-Project and/or Primavera and intermediate/advanced Excel.
* Experience in critical analysis of costs and budgets.
* Knowledge of electrical, industrial, and power systems.
* Availability for travel.
* Knowledge and experience with ERP/SAP systems


Important

Higher levels of UK Security Clearance, including “SC Clearance” and “UK Eyes Only Clearance”, are required for this role. The candidate must have existing clearance, or the ability to obtain clearance. This will require British citizenship with a valid British passport and no dual nationality.


You Can Expect From Us

* A role on mission-critical projects that contribute to national defence and energy transformation.
* A collaborative environment where your input shapes real project outcomes.
* A flexible working culture that respects your work-life balance and individual career goals.
* A competitive compensation package and benefits tailored to your needs, including:
o Employer pension contribution (regardless of individual contribution)
o Private Health Insurance
o Income Protection and Life Assurance
o 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays


Why Join GE Vernova – Power Conversion and Storage

Be part of a company that’s solving global challenges through advanced technology and world-class execution. At GE Vernova, you won’t just plan projects — you’ll shape progress.


Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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