At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative R&D projects and transform ideas into market-ready products.
- Company: Join GE Vernova, a leader in sustainable energy solutions.
- Benefits: Remote work, competitive salary, and relocation assistance available.
- Other info: Be part of a mission to electrify and decarbonize the world.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of energy and sustainability.
- Qualifications: Advanced degree and 15+ years in R&D leadership required.
The predicted salary is between 135900 - 166100 $ per year.
We are looking for an innovative leader to develop the global R&D vision, transform bold scientific or technical ideas into market-ready products, and cultivate a culture of urgency, innovation, and experimentation. The GridBeats R&D Leader will drive technology differentiation to position Grid Automation as a leader in the industry and will develop the right process to execute new product introduction projects with high quality, on time, in scope, and on budget.
Partnering with the product management team, he/she will drive product roadmap execution ensuring technology differentiation. Additionally, he/she will support regional operations in executing GridBeats projects and services ensuring on-time, high-quality software delivery aligned with contractual requirements. He/she will directly manage a team of 250+ R&D engineers, delivery managers and subject matter experts, ~$30M of R&D budget, and will coordinate with the GA CTO organization with the objective to develop differentiated solutions and grow the GridBeats business to $400M in 4 years.
GridBeats is a software-defined automation solutions portfolio designed to increase grid resilience, flexibility, and reliability by leveraging advanced and emerging technologies.
Major Responsibilities
- Set innovation strategy: Design and execute a long-term technology roadmap aligned with overall business goals, balancing short-term product enhancements with horizon-scanning breakthroughs.
- Build and inspire high performing teams: Recruit, mentor, and lead high-performing teams of scientists, product developers, and engineers.
- Drive R&D resources allocation, capability and effectiveness to ensure on-time delivery and quality performance of the GB NPI programs.
- Oversee project lifecycles: Guide projects from initial brainstorming and design sprints through prototyping, testing, and commercial launch.
- Deploy standardized processes, methodologies, and tools for world-class project management.
- Manage resource allocation: Oversee the R&D budget, intellectual property (IP) portfolio, and strategic deployment of laboratory or software tools.
- Forge external partnerships: Build alliances with academic institutions, industry groups, and technology vendors to accelerate open innovation.
- Drive AI technology adoption and define the tools, skills, and process needed for AIDLC deployment.
- Support regional OTR teams in executing GridBeats solutions, ensuring on-time delivery and profitability improvement.
- Ensure teams are fully engaged, removing obstacles, leveraging resources, and fostering skill development.
- Provide data and inputs into Product Lines strategy for technology differentiation.
- Engage with GA CTOs and standard working groups to drive change through innovation collaboration projects.
- Stay connected with industry trends and develop technology strategy.
Qualifications / Requirements
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant technical, scientific, or engineering discipline.
- 15+ years of progressive leadership managing R&D or product innovation teams.
- Proven background turning complex research into scalable commercial solutions.
- Comfortable in taking initiative in thought leadership and innovation.
- Strong business & technical acumen. Strategic thinker with hands-on problem-solving mindset ready to take decisions under uncertainty.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and influential skills.
- Domain knowledge in Electricity Transmission, Distribution, Industrial, Automation markets.
R&D Leader in Markham employer: CB1173 GEPR Energy Canada Inc
At GE Vernova, we are committed to fostering a dynamic work environment that prioritizes innovation and collaboration in the energy sector. As an HVDC Control and Protection Application Engineer, you will benefit from our agile work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a strong focus on sustainability, all while contributing to meaningful projects that address the climate crisis. Located in Canada, we offer competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and a commitment to diversity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered to make a difference.
Contact Details:
CB1173 GEPR Energy Canada Inc Recruitment Team
