GE Vernova
Office of Innovation Director
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Job Description Summary
We are seeking a visionary Office of Innovation Director to lead our technology strategy and drive breakthrough innovations in software-defined automation solutions for the modern electric grid. This senior leadership role will spearhead the development of next-generation protection, automation, and control, sensing and communications technologies, leveraging advanced and emerging technologies while fostering deep customer partnerships and industry collaboration.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute comprehensive innovation strategy aligned with grid modernization and industry electrification trends
- Identify emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on utility and industrial customers operations. Contribute to technology roadmaps development
- Drive New Technology Introduction initiatives that fuel our software-defined automation solutions differentiation
- Lead mission-based teams delivering customer-focused innovative solutions for digital transformation of substations and grid networks, with the goal to accelerate the energy transition journey
- Lead customer proof-of-concept projects from conception through successful deployment
- Coordinate with R&D, product management, and commercial teams to identify innovation collaboration opportunities with customers
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with utility customers, research institutions, and technology partners
- Represent the company at industry conferences, standards committees, and technical forums
- Collaborate with utilities on future grid architecture and operational requirements
- Build and lead a high-performing innovation team
- Foster a culture of creativity, experimentation, and rapid prototyping
- Mentor technical staff and guide professional development
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Required Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
- Minimum of 12 years experience in power systems, grid automation, or related technology sectors
- Minimum of 5 years in senior leadership roles managing innovation or R&D organizations
Desired Characteristics
- Proven track record of bringing innovative products from concept to market
- Deep understanding of the electric grid ecosystem including assets, protection, automation, monitoring and diagnostics, communications, customers, markets
- Experience with software-defined systems, virtualization, and cloud computing architectures
- Knowledge of AI/ML applications in industrial automation and grid operations
- Familiarity with grid communication protocols (IEC 61850, DNP3, GOOSE) and cybersecurity
- Demonstrated ability to translate technical vision into business strategy
- Strong project management skills with experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary initiatives
- Excellent communication skills with ability to present to technical and executive audiences
- Experience managing customer relationships and collaborative development projects
- Experience with utility industry standards and regulatory environments
- Background in digital transformation initiatives within traditional industries
- Prior experience with proof-of-concept development and technology validation
- Published research or patents in relevant technical areas
- Professional certifications in project management or innovation methodologies
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Compensation
For Canadian-based candidates
- Pay range: $171,000 - $256,000 CAD Annual
- Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
For US-based candidates
- Pay range: $152,400 - $254,000 USD Annual
- The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
Additional Information
- Relocation Assistance Provided: No
- This is a remote position
- Application Deadline: July 13, 2026
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