GE Vernova

R&D Quality Leader

GE Vernova$100K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience supporting hardware and software based NPI organizations.
  • 7+ years QA/Test Engineering experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
  • Strong grounding in SDLC, Agile/Scrum, CI/CD, DevOps.
  • Experience leading test automation strategy and implementation.
  • Strong experience with V&V across all phases of testing.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead overall QA strategy for NPI program deliverables.
  • Implement and track KPIs for end-to-end NPI process.
  • Drive NPI process quality improvement initiatives.
  • Lead ACT backlog and defect backlog resolution.
  • Drive DFMEA/SFMEA adoption.
  • Review V&V strategy and propose improvements.
  • Lead NPI Process audits and fix non-conformances.
  • Drive customer issue investigations using various analysis techniques.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance not provided.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
The R&D Quality Manager will lead end‑to‑end quality assurance for the R&D organization, product design quality and NPI process improvements, driving the adoption of contemporary tools and methodologies for GE Vernova’s software-enabled industrial and energy technologies. This role requires strong leadership in New Product Introduction (NPI) process with focus on validation and verification and expertise in hardware and software development for critical infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in ensuring high product reliability, driving continuous improvement through data‑driven root cause analysis and customer issue resolution, and problem solving.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the overall QA strategy for NPI program deliverables within GE Vernova’s Grid Automation & Software R&D technology portfolio.
  • Implement and track KPIs for end-to-end NPI process.
  • Drive NPI process quality improvement initiatives in collaboration with R&D leaders and team.
  • Lead ACT backlog, defect backlog and resolution time reduction.
  • Drive DFMEA/SFMEA adoption.
  • Review V&V strategy and plans with R&D execution team and propose improvements.
  • Lead NPI Process audits and drive improvement initiatives to fix non-conformances.
  • Lead customer issue investigations using 5 Whys, Ishikawa diagrams, Fault Tree Analysis, and Kepner‑Tregoe to drive speed and quality of issue resolution.
  • Partner with engineering, product, cyber security, and field services teams to drive corrective and preventive actions.
  • Track and report test/quality metrics and deliver test exit summaries.
  • Drive continuous improvement across QA processes, tooling, and automation maturity.

Required Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience supporting hardware and software based NPI organizations.
  • Demonstrated experience leading and supporting test automation strategy and implementation
  • 7+ years QA/Test Engineering experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
  • Strong grounding in SDLC, Agile/Scrum, CI/CD, DevOps.
  • Strong experience with V&V across all phases of testing.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in industrial, grid, energy, or OT/IT environments.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerized systems.
  • Experience with tooling such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, Git, GHCP, Jenkins, Appium, Selenium, Playwright.
  • Experience in safety‑critical or regulated product environments.

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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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