Mitesh Parikh leads GE Vernova’s Critical Infrastructure Communications (CIC) business—part of the Grid Automation portfolio within the Electrification segment—focused on advancing intelligent, resilient, and secure communications networks that power the energy transition.

With over two decades of leadership across the energy, industrial, and defense sectors, Mitesh drives strategy and execution for GE Vernova’s global telecom portfolio, encompassing wireless, optical, teleprotection, power line carrier, and network management solutions. His vision centers on transforming utility infrastructure through innovation, digitalization, and operational excellence to enable a more reliable and sustainable grid.

Under his leadership, GE Vernova has accelerated its role in modernizing communications for utilities worldwide—integrating new technologies such as Private LTE, edge computing, and secure networking—to enhance resilience and efficiency across the energy value chain. Mitesh is recognized for fostering high-performing, cross-functional teams and aligning technical innovation with business growth and customer value. 

Before joining GE Vernova, Mitesh served as Director of Product Development and Engineering for Airborne Communications at L3Harris Technologies, where he led large-scale development programs for mission-critical Software Defined Radios and tactical data links. Earlier, he held senior leadership roles at Sandstone Technologies, Conduent, and Harris Corporation, driving transformation across product management, engineering, and global operations.

Mitesh holds a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (NY) and a Bachelor’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Rutgers University (NJ). He has also completed executive programs in Product Strategy at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and Management Development at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.

A passionate advocate for innovation and collaboration, Mitesh continues to shape the intersection of communications and electrification—helping utilities and industries build a more connected, sustainable, and decarbonized energy future.