Head of Operations

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Posted 2 days ago • Apply by June 15, 2026

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A Snapshot of Your Day

The purpose of our Head of Operations position is to provide the Aeroderivative Gas Turbines (AGT) team with strategic leadership and support for our execution business. The candidate will report directly to the head of Aeroderivative Gas Turbines (SE GS D AGT).

The Head of Operations is responsible for leading and optimizing manufacturing and assembly activities across our global network. This senior role ensures consistent operational standards, drives efficiency, improves quality, ensures product deliveries and fosters collaboration between teams to support Siemens Energy’s mission of delivering innovative, sustainable energy solutions.

As a key contributor within the executive team, you help us to identify and drive key business objectives and long-term business needs for the AGT business. These activities guide the business for future success.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Global Operational Leadership

Provide strategic oversight and leadership for factory operations
Develop and execute a unified manufacturing strategy to ensure standardization, quality, and operational excellence across teams
Harmonize processes, systems, and KPIs globally, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and local requirements

Manufacturing Excellence

Oversee production performance, capacity planning, and resource allocation across diverse manufacturing teams
Ensure adherence to lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Monitor production outputs, efficiency, yield, and downtime to ensure consistent delivery performance

Cross-Site Collaboration

Facilitate best practice sharing between teams and locations to align methodologies and performance standards
Build strong relationships with team leaders, ensuring effective communication and operational cohesion
Support global initiatives for digitalization adoption

Safety, Quality, and Compliance

Promote and ensure a zero-harm safety culture across all manufacturing locations
Maintain compliance with local regulations, environmental standards, and Siemens Energy’s global quality management system
Drive quality assurance initiatives to reduce defects and enhance customer satisfaction

Financial & Resource Management

Manage operational budgets for factory sites, ensuring cost-effectiveness and profitability
Optimize workforce planning, material sourcing, and production scheduling
Implement global procurement and supply chain strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs

People Leadership

Lead and develop site managers and operational teams globally
Ensure consistent training, competency development, and succession planning across sites and teams
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and performance

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/industrial engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of leadership experience in multi-site factory operations, preferably in the energy, heavy industrial, or manufacturing sectors
Proven track record of improving production efficiency and implementing global operational standards
Experience with lean manufacturing and digital transformation strategies
Strong understanding of ERP systems (SAP preferred) and manufacturing analytics tools
Commitment to sustainability and operational excellence
Intimate knowledge of the AGT business is preferred
Must be prepared to travel occasionally both nationally and internationally
Proven record of leading an effective multicultural and cross-regional working team by insuring communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to move fast with simplicity and ownership for decisions
Flexibility to adjust and succeed in an environment with changing requirements, schedules and priorities for multiple projects or assignments
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Gas Services

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Check out this video to learn more about our Gas Service business: https://www.siemens-energy.com/global/en/offerings/power-generation.html

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 92,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Rewards

Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture
Company paid Health and wellness benefits
Paid Time Off and paid holidays
401K savings plan with company match
Family building benefits
Parental leave

Jobs & Careers: https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local

law.

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