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# Field Service Automation Deployment Lead

- **Company:** GE Vernova
- **Location:** Niskayuna, NY, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $131,700.0 - $219,300.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Augmented Reality, PRINCE2, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=39b2c1086ce6350e

## About the Role

* Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
 * Experience: 5+ years of experience building and deploying industrial automation solutions in complex, large-scale organizations.
 * Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of automation architectures, industrial safety standards, and cybersecurity protocols within heavy industry.
 * Judgment & Influence: Demonstrated ability to influence strategy, gain cross-functional buy-in, and provide expert technical consultation.
 * Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret industry trends and translate complex business challenges into actionable, scalable technical solutions.
 * Communication: Superior ability to communicate difficult technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership and site-level teams.
 * Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to customer/site locations as required (Estimated: 20%)., * Master's degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related field.
 * 10+ years of professional experience in large-scale industrial automation.
 * Formal program/project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
 * Demonstrated experience leading small-to-medium project teams in matrixed, multi-site environments.
 * Technical proficiency in Augmented Reality (AR), visual inspection, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), and robotic platforms.
 * Hands-on field service maintenance experience in the energy, manufacturing, or heavy industry sectors.
 * A "continuous learner" mindset with a passion for driving innovation and operational excellence.

## Description

* Define and implement global deployment standards and policies for field service automation, directly influencing the overarching maintenance strategy for GE Vernova's enterprise fleet.
 * Drive the concept development, build, integration, and commissioning activities for field service automation projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
 * Lead and execute the development of project scope, schedules, deliverables, and integration requirements partnering with vendors, system integrators, internal technical teams, and GE Vernova business partners.
 * Manage all aspects of field service automation deployment, including installation, testing, validation, and transition to production, ensuring full compliance with safety and cyber standards.
 * Exercise independent, high-level judgment to resolve complex, multi-variable technical challenges where standard procedures may not yet exist, effectively balancing cost, speed, and safety in high-stakes environments.
 * Monitor project performance against KPIs, budgets, and milestones; proactively mitigate risks and resolve complex issues to ensure delivery excellence.
 * Establish and maintain documentation for project plans, technical specifications, commissioning checklists, and lessons learned.
 * Collaborate with technical authorities and stakeholders to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and fit for purpose.
 * Support vendor management and performance oversight during the build and commissioning phases.
 * Drive continuous improvement by ensuring post-project reviews and sharing best practices for automation deployment.
 * Foster strong working relationships with stakeholders across engineering, operations, safety, cybersecurity, and IT/OT functions.
 * Provide functional leadership and mentorship to project-based teams and system integrators, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement across all deployment sites.
 * Serve as the primary technical authority for field service automation, providing specialized guidance to regional leads and business partners on feasibility, safety, and regulatory compliance.