Technology Manager Aerothermal and Process Modeling

Ge Vernova

The Role

Overview

Lead research and development of aerothermal and process modeling technologies

Key Responsibilities

  • aerothermal modeling
  • process modeling
  • technology roadmap
  • research portfolio
  • team leadership
  • strategic partnerships

Tasks

-Build a robust portfolio of Research programs to drive the Aerothermal and process modeling strategy across the GE Vernova businesses (Power, Wind, and Electrification). -Coordinate disruptive technology efforts in close collaboration with our GE Vernova businesses and ensure that such efforts are incorporated into long-term multi-generational technology and product road maps and plans. -Drive the GE Vernova strategy for safety, quality and productivity in early stage programs, research and products and services. -Lead early-stage technology development in aerothermal analysis, design, and optimization with high disruption potential and mature these technologies from initial concept to successful product introduction. -Represent and promote GE Vernova’s research in the community. -Drive technology and product roadmaps to ensure our businesses have a multi-year strategic plan that is competitive. -Work closely with the Technology Director and Mission Leaders, collaboratively across the GE Vernova business and technology teams, and with key external partners to develop/refine the vision and strategy for the Aerothermal and Process Modeling team. -Establish, maintain, and grow strategic relationships with the GE Vernova and external community in areas of need for the organization. -Responsibilities include driving technical and organizational strategy, ensuring operational excellence (safety & compliance, finance, resource planning) and enabling project execution. -Create an open environment and cross sharing of technology. Collaborate across disciplines and actively contribute to the Technology Manager/People Leader community at the site. -Lead a world-class team of Technologists with a focus on developing and integrating aerothermal attributes into product design and development and well as process modeling . -Work closely with Chief Engineers and Chief Scientists, Senior Principal Engineers and Senior Principal Scientists & Principal Engineers and Principal Scientists to develop technical strategy for the Aerothermal organization and to enable the team to grow and excel technically -Resource planning for the team to meet both organizational needs and Researcher development goals. -Recruit and retain top talent. Provide mentoring, coaching, career growth opportunities and focused operational development (project/program management, Lean principles, etc.) for team members.

Requirements

  • ph.d.
  • masters
  • aerodynamics
  • process modeling
  • trl
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Experience working with and interacting with global teams and cross-functional teams across different domains and geographical locations in a matrixed environment. -Experience executing on and leading early technical readiness level (TRL) research in Aerodynamics, process modeling or a closely related area and maturing the technology along the TRL scale to transition to projects or services -Demonstrated track record in the transition of research and development technology into an industrial product environment. -Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines -Excellent written and verbal communication skills -Strong analytical skills -Demonstrated ability to understand customer needs and industry trends; simplify strategy into specific actions, make decisions and communicate priorities -Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and grow people in an organization -Industrial experience in the field of aerothermal or process modeling application with solid understanding of turbomachinery, energy systems and decarbonization technologies. -Demonstrated capability to thrive in a matrixed team environment -Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to inspire excellence and stimulate change -Demonstrated impact, leadership capability and ability to lead, build and energize cross-functional teams in a high impact technology -Proven ability to continuously improve the culture of the organization -Ph.D Degree with at least 8 years of experience or Master’s Degree with at least 15 years of experience in aerodynamics, thermal engineering, or process modeling or related technical discipline -Demonstrated origination, design, productization and deployment of technology solutions into a production environment. -Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team -Must be willing to work out of an office located in Bangalore, India. Onsite presence is essential to support hands-on collaboration, project success and direct reports. -Proven track record of promoting safety practices

The Company

About Ge Vernova

-Traces roots back to Edison and Alstom, merging power, renewable, digital & financial wings. -Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, crafts large-scale gas turbines, SMRs, wind turbines, hydro and grid tech to fuel economies. -On the nuclear front, advancing small modular reactors (like BWRX‑300) in partnership with utilities and supporting semiconductor projects. -Wind prowess spans onshore, offshore and blade making—with key sites like Dogger Bank offshore and blade plants in Spain. -Electrification arm tackles grid stability: HVDC, transformers, storage, conversion, plus GridOS software powering smarter infrastructure. -Weaves finance and consulting through energy-infrastructure investments, funding solar farms to pipelines via GE Energy Financial Services.

Sector Specialisms

Power

Gas Power

Steam Power

Nuclear

Hydro Power

Wind

Onshore Wind

Offshore Wind

Electrification Systems

Power Conversion and Storage

Grid Solutions

Electrification Software