Senior Inspection Services Director - IF1184 GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC : Job Details

Senior Inspection Services Director page is loadedSenior Inspection Services DirectorApply locations Wilmington NC USA time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: August 15, 2025 (8 days left to apply) job requisition id R5016845Job Description SummaryThe Sr Services Inspections Director is responsible for leading the growth, strategy, and operational excellence of the GE Hitachi Nuclear Inspection Services team. This team delivers critical Non-Destructive Examinations (NDE) to the global fleet of Boiling Water Reactors (BWR) and Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR), including In-Vessel Visual and UT Examinations, Balance of Plant Inspections, Drywell Inspections, Fuel Examinations, and all related Project Management activities in alignment with BWRVIP and ASME codes and standards.This position is based at our headquarters in Wilmington, NC. Must be willing to relocate (relocation assistance provided) if not already local.Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of BWR/PWR Inspection Services.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards and compliance with BWRVIP, ASME, and other relevant codes.
• Oversee commercial operations support for outage scopes (staffing, tooling, etc.) and ensure accurate proposal development (ITO/OTR).
• Drive financial performance by ensuring accurate ITO estimates and strong cost/schedule execution with the field delivery team.
• Provide leadership to overall Inspections organization including a staff of Product Line Leaders/Team Leaders.
• Ensure flawless field execution during reactor outage in-vessel maintenance windows.
• Lead efforts to advance tooling improvements, new technologies, and productivity initiatives.
• Champion Lean practices, cultural transformation, and technology innovation (NPI/NTI).
• Serve as the primary customer interface across ITO through OTR phases, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry organizations.
• Develop and execute succession plans and build technical subject matter expertise across product lines.
• Represent GE Hitachi in industry groups including BWRVIP, EPRI Inspection & Mitigation Committees, and the BWR Inspection Focus Group.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Inspection Services or BWR NDE (Non-Destructive Examinations)
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Engineering, Science, or related discipline) with at least 3 years of experience in a leadership role in the nuclear industry OR High school diploma/GED with at least 10 years of experience in a leadership role in the nuclear industry.

Eligibility Requirements:

• This position is based at our headquarters in Wilmington, NC. Must be willing to relocate (relocation assistance provided) if not already local
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently (25% or more), including internationally

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with BWRVIP, ASME Section XI, and ISI programs in nuclear plants.
• Prior BWR and PWR site experience and detailed plant outage planning/scheduling.
• Knowledge of GEH nuclear products, customers, and competitors.
• Familiarity with NPI commercialization and tollgate processes.
• Strong strategic planning and execution abilities.
• Financial acumen with understanding of sales, costs, margins, and ERP systems (Oracle, Cognos).
• Deep technical expertise in Inspection Services, including tooling and field technologies.
• Strong customer relationship skills and ability to interact with all levels of nuclear plant leadership.
• Demonstrated project management, presentation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead, influence, and develop high-performing teams in dynamic environments.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues, manage programs, and implement technical solutions effectively.

The base pay range for this position is $140,300-210,000 . The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 8/15 /2025.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a Sponsor ). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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