Avnaesh Jayantilal

About Avnaesh Jayantilal

Technical leader with experience in innovation, software engineering and project delivery of real-time Power Systems software solutions, including using AI/ML for enabling Virtual Operator to streamline complex workflows. Developed innovative software solutions for electric utilities and market operators to enhance grid resiliency, reliability, efficiency, safety and customer satisfaction. Experienced in product management, business development, partner management, and M&A.Technical expertise areas: • Energy Management Systems• Market Management Systems• Advanced Distribution Management Systems• Market Management Systems

Experience

1. Grid Software Site Leader (Bellevue, Wa)

   GE Vernova

   Jan 2025 — Present · Bellevue, WA, US

   Leading the GE Vernova Bellevue site including supervising and supporting managers, team leads, and employees through- Enforcing workplace health and safety policies- Managing the site’s budget, costs, and performance- Collaborating with cross-functional teams (HR, IT, etc.)- Addressing operational issues quickly and effectively- Mitigating risks (operational, personnel, safety)- Leading crisis or emergency response efforts.

Education

• The University of Manchester

  MSc., Electrical Power Engineering

• The Wharton School

  Executive Education, Strategic Thinking and Management for Competitive Advantage

• The University of Manchester

  PhD, Electrical Power Engineering

• Cranfield University

  BEng, Electronic Systems Engineering

• The Wharton School

  Executive Education, Essentials of Marketing

• University of Washington

  Certificate, Project Management

Skills

• Contract Management
• Analysis
• Program Management
• Risk Management
• Energy Management
• Control Systems Design
• Business Strategy
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Business Process
• Electrical Engineering
• Change Management
• Automation
• Power Systems
• Business Development
• Contract Negotiation
• Project Management
• Smart Grid
• Strategy