GE Vernova

Outage Manager

GE Vernova$91K — $152K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Science/Engineering or equivalent 4 years experience in power generation; OR 8+ years relevant experience with steam turbine/generator maintenance and 3+ years in outage planning/execution.
  • Required English proficiency.
  • Strong Project Management skills, preferably with experience using Primavera scheduling.
  • Advanced PC skills with proficiency in web applications and Excel.
  • Ability to effectively interface with all organizational levels and external customers.

Responsibilities

  • Support outage event preparation and execution from start to finish, including schedule development and customer management.
  • Lead onsite execution with large teams during outages, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
  • Manage job cost tracking and productivity while mitigating execution risks.
  • Drive improvements in on-time delivery, productivity, and cost control.
  • Assist in project quotation development by assessing site conditions and conducting preliminary safety analyses.
  • Provide support during turbine shut-down, start-up, and performance testing as needed.
  • Ensure all execution documentation is accurately prepared and delivered.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Access to a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach and the Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling.
  • GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with matching contributions and retirement benefits.
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance programs.
  • 12 paid holidays and permissive time off.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
The Outage Manager is responsible for preparation, planning, leading execution, and close out of complex planned/emergent Outage events for steam turbine and generator outages while supporting the development of the business strategy for field fulfilment excellence in GE Steam Power. The OM is a focal role, with accountability for driving consistent outage planning and execution, and adoption of best practices and lessons learned. Will lead complex outages for their assigned territory or location(s) wherever possible.

Job Description

Success in this role looks like:

Establish yourself as a subject matter expert by demonstrating ability to plan and execute outages and projects with excellence in safety, quality, delivery and cost (SQDC) along with high customer satisfaction.

You will be an indispensable team member and leader, with excellent steam turbine and generator maintenance planning knowledge and ability to manage complex steam turbine and generator outages outages.

Who You Are:

  • You are someone who brings strong field engineering, technical direction, and or outage management knowledge on steam turbines and generators.
  • You have experience with GE, Alstom, and other manufacturers industrial steam turbines and generators.

Your Role:

  • Support CSM in all outage event preparation and execution (Planned/Emergent/Upgrade) from start to finish, including outage schedule development, TFA/craft labor/tooling/cost planning, customer management - pre/post outage meetings, mobilization planning, JCE execution, and event close out
  • Own onsite execution (site lead) with large teams during assigned outages, ensuring SQDC requirements are met.
  • Manage on job cost tracking, productivity, while managing execution risk/FMEA
  • Drive improvement of on-time delivery, outage cost and productivity, implementation, effectively update and maintain accurate tracking files, control man hour cost and pacing
  • Support project quotation development including work scope, site condition check, preliminary safety and risk analysis to identify potential issues or obstacles and to minimize cost impact for site execution
  • Support customer operations team during shut-down, start-up, running and performance testing of turbine, generator and auxiliary systems as required
  • Ensure proper execution documentation is prepared, used, reviewed, stored and delivered including, Field Procedures, Quality Procedures, EHS, and Customer Outage Reports
  • Work with web systems applications for proper allocation, preparation, planning and forecasting of labor, tooling, vendor management
  • Respond to forced outages/emergency promptly, be on site when needed, investigate/escalate site issues to restore the units to operating conditions in a timely manner
  • Support Customer Service Manager on technical communication to customer staff during outage execution
  • Actively work to improve and optimize existing processes and look for simplification opportunities
  • Ability and willingness to work holidays, weekends and overtime as required by field assignments
  • Ability and willingness to travel 30%+ of the time
  • May be assigned other duties to help proactively drive our Steam Power strategies and align with our organization27s core values.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor27s degree in Science/engineering or equivalent 4 years of experience in power generation industry; OR 8+ years applicable experience and demonstrated success/knowledge on steam turbine or generator maintenance and 3+ years of specialized/industry experience of gas/steam turbine generator & auxiliary system outage planning and execution ( ie Field Engineering, Technical Direction, Outage Management).
  • English proficiency required

Desired Qualifications:

  • Strong Project Management and planning skills (Primavera scheduling tool preferred)
  • PC proficiency, web applications including advanced Excel skills
  • Able to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and influencing skill
  • Strong technical and maintenance knowledge of gas/steam turbines and generators
  • Strong team leader in dynamic, energetic and complex customer site environments
  • Ability to work under high pressure and constraint time, committed and process oriented
  • Ability to work multiple project simultaneously and effectively in a cross-functional team
  • Ability to influence stakeholders to deliver customer and business needs
  • GE/GEV Field Engineering Program (FEP) graduate

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $91,400.00 and $152,200.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate27s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 12, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is an energy business company. They provide digital, energy consulting, energy financial services, gas power, grid solutions, nuclear energy, power conversion, renewable energy, steam power, and so on.

GE Vernova Careers

There has never been a more opportune time to join GE Vernova, a leader in innovative energy solutions. As a pivotal player in the energy sector, GE Vernova offers a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a diverse range of skills and professional aspirations.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career at GE Vernova and contribute to the transformation of the energy landscape. GE Vernova’s team is at the forefront of innovation, driving growth and sustainability with cutting-edge technology. Lead in a unique role where industry expertise meets leadership in energy innovation. GE Vernova provides a platform where professionals can leverage their skills to influence global energy solutions. Engage with a team of experts dedicated to pioneering developments in the energy sector. GE Vernova is home to a dynamic team focused on creating impactful solutions that address global energy challenges.

Introducing the GE Vernova Professional Growth Path

GE Vernova is committed to fostering professional growth through comprehensive career development opportunities. The company supports its team members' career trajectories with robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training.

Innovate and Lead

Join GE Vernova to work on transformative projects at the intersection of energy, technology, and sustainability. The company’s commitment to innovation is reflected in its continuous pursuit of next-generation energy solutions.

Cultivate Your Career

At GE Vernova, career advancement is a priority. The company offers a range of positions that encourage professional growth and skill enhancement. GE Vernova’s supportive culture and commitment to professional development make it an ideal place to advance your career.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

GE Vernova is actively hiring and offers various positions and internships that cater to a wide range of professional interests and expertise. From engineering to project management, GE Vernova provides a fertile ground for professionals and interns to thrive.

The GE Vernova Commitment to Diversity and Innovation

GE Vernova is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The company values diversity as a source of innovation and competitive advantage. By fostering an inclusive culture, GE Vernova attracts top talent from diverse backgrounds, enhancing creativity and driving innovation.

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