Regional Engineering Manager – APAC

GE Vernova

Regional Engineering Manager leading Grid Automation strategy for GE Vernova’s APAC operations. Optimizing engineering resources, competencies, costs, audits, and AI-enabled processes.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeNoida • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Engineering Strategy, focusing on Grid Automation and Energy Transition projects, while effectively managing cross-functional teams and optimizing engineering processes. Proficient in implementing Lean principles and ensuring compliance with international standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Engineering Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering10 to 15 Years’ Experience in High-Voltage SubstationsExperience with SCADA and Electrical Control SystemsStrong Cross-Functional Communication SkillsExperience Implementing Lean Operating Principles

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Hard Skills

High-Voltage Substation DesignSCADA SystemsRTU SystemsElectrical Control SystemsEPC ManagementEngineering Cost ManagementCompetency AssessmentProject EngineeringAI Tools ImplementationInternational Standards Compliance

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsStrategic ThinkingAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsFacilitation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Engineering Tools and SoftwareLean Operating Principles

Industry Keywords

Grid AutomationEnergy TransitionIEC StandardsIEEE StandardsANSI StandardsNEMA StandardsRegional Grid Codes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the engineering strategy for the Grid Automation APAC region
Interface effectively between cluster Engineering teams and global Engineering leaders
Define the future approach to regional engineering execution
Optimize engineering costs and resource utilization across the region
Ensure safe operations and processes for Project Engineering, FAT, and Field Service Engineering
Own technical competencies of the region’s Engineering population, focusing on complex Energy Transition projects
Drive competency assessments, gap identification, and gap-closure actions through hiring, training, mentoring, and on-the-job experience
Forecast competency needs on a Long-Term Strategy basis, minimum Y+3
Ensure L1/L2 support processes for GA products, solutions, and services
Manage Lessons Learnt and Return of Experience processes within the region and coordinate suitable sharing globally
Manage regional Engineering headcount, including contingent workers and subcontractors
Drive regional Engineering cost-out actions with central teams and use Global Backoffice/GECC teams effectively
Implement and provide feedback on DOW/DOR agreements with interfacing Grid Solutions business lines
Drive Engineering-related CAPEX usage and benefit realization
Lead regional Engineering process audits and support global audits
Measure and control project engineering costs and days spent against budget/as-sold values
Analyze results, take corrective action, and provide feedback to Tendering
Adjust and validate the engineering costing database
Provide leadership support, escalation, and prioritization for complex topics
Define and drive AI tools implementation strategy for Engineering and related regional processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Engineering Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or related field
10 to 15 years’ experience in a lead design role involving high-voltage substations, SCADA, RTU, or electrical control systems
Experience coordinating engineering teams with R&D or back-office teams
Systematic understanding of international standards including IEC, IEEE, ANSI, and NEMA
Knowledge of regional grid codes
Strong cross-functional communication and strategic-thinking skills
Experience implementing Lean operating principles
Experience with EPC/interface management
Ability to manage cross-functional teams
Leadership skills and ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
Analytical, problem-solving, facilitation, organization, and planning skills
Ability to manage escalations, site challenges, and supply chains
Lean mindset focused on eliminating waste and creating circular feedback for business improvement
Experience with engineering tools and software
Fluent in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance Provided: No