Leads global plant readiness for automation deployment by assessing lean maturity, digital infrastructure, workforce capability, and operational gaps. Provides on-site coaching, standardizes processes, coordinates IT/OT and facility upgrades, tracks risks and outcomes, and develops best practices and training. Partners with plant leaders, operators, and cross-functional technical teams to translate automation strategy into safe, effective execution and sustainable continuous improvement.
Job Description SummaryThe Readiness & Enablement Leader is a recognized expert in automation and operational excellence, driving transformation across GE Vernova’s global sites. This senior leader partners directly with plant teams to prepare each site for successful automation deployment, conducting readiness assessments that span lean maturity, digital infrastructure, and workforce capability. By identifying and closing operational and skills gaps—through on-site coaching, process standardization, and infrastructure coordination—the Leader directs safe, effective automation launches. Operating hands-on at plants, this role leads the translation of enterprise strategy into practical execution, guiding senior plant leaders and engaging operators, while embedding continuous improvement and building sustainable automation capability.Job Description#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Essential Responsibilities:
- Partner with plant teams to plan, assess, and accelerate site readiness for automation projects.
- Lead and execute comprehensive readiness assessments covering lean maturity, digital systems, infrastructure, and workforce capability.
- Deliver targeted on-site coaching and knowledge transfer to build local ownership and capability.
- Support standardization of processes and practices necessary for automation enablement.
- Collaborate with and coach plant leadership, IT/OT teams, and facilities to coordinate upgrades and close gaps in digital or physical infrastructure.
- Track site progress, risks, and outcomes, reporting regularly to the Director, Automation Enablement.
- Develop and share best practices, tools, and templates for readiness and enablement activities.
- Support workforce training and engagement initiatives to build a culture of automation and continuous improvement.
- Foster collaboration and strong working relationships across cross-functional teams.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field.
- Extensive experience in industrial transformation, lean operations, automation deployment, or plant engineering.
- Expert in conducting operational assessments and implementing process improvements.
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to work effectively across diverse plant teams and technical disciplines.
- Proven expertise and ability to influence process standardization, training, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel to sites as needed.
- For US-based work locations: Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
- You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.careers.gevernova.com to be considered.
Desired Characteristics:
- Extensive experience in industrial transformation, lean operations, automation deployment, or plant engineering.
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field.
- Experience deploying automation or digital solutions in manufacturing or energy environments.
- Formal lean/six sigma certification or advanced training.
- Experience as a change agent in industrial settings.
- Ability to translate strategy into tactical execution in complex plant environments.
- Passion for developing workforce capability and building high-performing teams.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
GE Vernova Trevose, Pennsylvania, USA Office
Trevose, United States, 0
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