[Hiring] GSI NAM Ramp Up & Technical Training Leader @GE Vernova

Role Description

The GSI NAM Ramp-Up & Technical Training Leader will define, develop, and execute the full workforce scaling strategy required to support the delivery of multiple large-scale high-voltage substation EPC projects across the United States. This role is accountable for planning, hiring, onboarding, training, qualifying, and certifying more than 100 electrical engineers and field specialists within aggressive project timelines while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards consistent with GE Vernova values and objectives. The leader will build a sustainable talent pipeline and competency framework aligned with substation engineering, field installation, commissioning, and safety requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Workforce Ramp-Up Strategy & Planning
  • Develop a 12–18-month workforce scaling plan aligned with project portfolio pipeline and construction & commissioning schedules.
  • Define workforce mix (e.g., protection & control engineers, primary design engineers, field specialists, commissioning specialists, site supervisors).
  • Identify regional deployment strategy and mobility requirements.
  • Establish productivity assumptions and staffing curves aligned with execution schedules.
  • Partner with Project Controls to align manpower forecasts with cost baselines.
• Talent Planning to support workforce strategy
  • Define buy, build, borrow strategy.
  • Buy - define talent mix (early career vs. experience), onsite strategy (onsite, hybrid, remote), etc., and partner with talent acquisition to leverage most effective sources of talent.
  • Build – look for natural feeder groups and accelerate development, leverage GSI academy to build sustainable pipeline for the future.
  • Borrow - develop some strategic subcontractor partnerships.
  • Partner with HR to develop role profiles and competency matrices, and partner with Total Rewards to create compensation benchmarking and accelerate time-to-hire.
  • Partner with University Recruiting to build relationships with Engineering universities, technical institutes, and industry associations (e.g., IEEE).
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. labor regulations and project-specific requirements.
• Competency Framework & Certification Model
  • Define clear competency matrices for Substation primary engineering, protection & control engineering, field installation specialists, commissioning engineers.
  • Establish certification pathways including EHS certifications and internal technical certifications (GSI Academy).
  • Develop a skills validation and authorization process for field work.
• Training Program Design & Delivery
  • Design a structured onboarding academy (leveraging Global GSI Academy) for entry-level engineers, experienced lateral hires, and field specialists.
  • Develop training modules covering substation design fundamentals, high-voltage equipment (transformers, GIS, breakers), protection & control systems, site installation standards, commissioning procedures, quality documentation, safety leadership, and compliance.
  • Create blended learning formats: classroom, virtual, field-based mentorship, simulation, and mock-up training.
  • Partner with GEV factories for equipment-specific training.
• Field Readiness & Deployment
  • Establish readiness criteria before site deployment.
  • Ensure safety and technical qualifications are validated.
  • Develop a mentorship and buddy system for new hires.
  • Monitor early field performance and adjust training accordingly.
• Governance, Metrics & Continuous Improvement
  • Define KPIs such as time-to-hire, time-to-field-readiness, first-year retention, safety incident rates (new hires vs. baseline), and productivity ramp curves.
  • Act as a collaborative problem solver; identify issues, bring teams together, dig for root cause, and solve together.
  • Provide monthly executive dashboards.
  • Adjust ramp-up plan based on project demand fluctuations.
  • Capture lessons learned to institutionalize workforce ramp-up capability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Human Resources/Talent Development with a strong background in large electrical substation EPC environment.
• Advanced degree or executive leadership training preferred.

Requirements

• 10–15+ years in large EPC projects (utility-scale preferred), workforce scaling in technical environments, and training program development.
• Familiarity with high-voltage substations (AIS/GIS), transmission, or HVDC strongly preferred.
• Proven track record hiring and developing large technical teams (>50 personnel).

Benefits

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