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GE Vernova · 5 days ago

Project Manager - Robotic Automation

Charleroi, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$82K/yr - $137K/yr

GE Vernova is launching its first automatic assembly line project as part of its global expansion plan. The Project Manager will lead the transition of a manual assembly line to a fully automated one, ensuring collaboration between various stakeholders and achieving performance targets.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the overall execution of the robotic assembly line project according to defined scope, cost, and schedule

Act as the main point of contact between the factory, the system integrator, and the central functions

Coordinate risk analysis with the integrator and, support when necessary specific validation tests or proofs of concept on critical automation steps where the technical solution is not yet fully defined

Ensure that the project achieves its performance targets in terms of takt time, capacity, quality, and availability

Manage project governance, including the preparation and facilitation of regular Steering Committees

Guarantee compliance with all industrial, safety, quality, and regulatory standards

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets in coordination with all stakeholders

Align and coordinate planning, constraints, opportunities with the project manager of the global industrial expansion plan to ensure that the new a line fits new layout and associated timeline

Coordinate factory resources (Production, Maintenance, Quality, Logistics, HSE, etc.) to ensure smooth execution and readiness

Anticipate risks and implement mitigation actions proactively

Align regularly with the Robotics & Automation Leader of the Business Line to ensure consistency with group standards and best practices

Oversee the installation, commissioning, and validation of robotic equipment with the integrator and internal teams

Contribute to defining and validating technical specifications, FAT/SAT protocols, and ramp-up performance targets

Ensure the project delivers a robust and sustainable production system, ready for full-scale industrial operation

Manage the training plan for operators and technicians, ensuring they are prepared to work on or alongside the new robotic line

Lead the communication and change management plan within the factory to foster understanding, engagement, and a positive mindset among employees as automation is introduced

Monitor and report project progress, risks, and KPIs to factory as well as Robotic & automation Business Line function

Identify and document lessons learned to establish a repeatable model for future automation projects

Promote continuous improvement in productivity, ergonomics, safety, and quality through automation

Ensure the project contributes to building the factory’s internal competencies in automation and robotics