Lead Manufacturing Specialist 1 - Industrial Project

Job Description Summary

The Procurement Engineer is responsible for developing and executing Procurement Packages in support of GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy’s nuclear power plant business. In this role, you will support steam turbine generators and associate components (main condenser, etc.) to meet the project and business procurement efforts throughout the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) lifecycle of new and advanced nuclear projects.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for Procurement Packages spanning the entire EPC lifecycle of new build projects
• Provide key procurement process interface with Engineering, Quality, Sourcing, Suppliers, Projects, Logistics, Commercial, Construction and Site personnel
• Work with Sourcing Commodity Leaders to develop work plans and Sourcing schedule activities
• Work with Project Engineers and Schedulers to include activities into project schedule
• Work closely with Engineering and Quality to develop Procurement Packages
• Send Procurement Packages and associated documents to suppliers for RFx and orders
• Point of contact for supplier technical, quality, manufacturing questions and issue resolution
• Work closely with Sourcing and Quality leaders to manage supplier performance
• Oversee supplier schedule and progress updates
• Serve as the lead supplier interface through testing, inspection, and delivery to site
• Point of contact for GEH teams to interface with the supplier
• Facilitate coordination to input and harmonize supplier schedule and project construction schedule
• Support Lean culture by working cross functionally to improve purchasing process and supporting systems
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited college, university, with a minimum of five years of experience in sourcing, project management, commercial, engineering, manufacturing, or quality discipline in a highly technical and/or highly regulated industry, OR High school diploma and 10 years of experience in procurement engineering (or closely related field) in a highly technical and/or highly regulated industry.
• Must be willing to work during standard Eastern Standard Time (EST) Zone working hours
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of the time required; remote workers may require additional travel.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to work onsite in Wilmington, NC; remote options are available.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Nuclear industry experience
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and leadership skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Capable of working successfully in a matrix organization to drive results
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects to completion, including cost and schedule control

The base pay range for this position is $94,600-157,7000 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. ​

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. ​

Additional Information

- This is a remote positionFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $94,600.00 and $157,700.00. 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 candidate’s 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 October 14, 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.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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