HVDC Commissioning Manager (all genders)

GE Vernova; Germany; Remote; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Growth

Global Exposure

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

GE Vernova Grid Solutions is seeking an HVDC Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning activities for large-scale HVDC projects across global sites. The role involves coordinating with an international team, preparing schedules, and driving safety and quality on site.

You will travel internationally and work on construction sites and offshore platforms as needed, reporting to the Regional Commissioning Team Leader. This position is remote with global project exposure.

Qualifications

• Completed degree in electrical engineering, energy technology, or a comparable qualification.
• Knowledge and minimum 3-5 years of experience in Commissioning of substations, Power Plants or HVDC Systems.
• Excellent communication skills paired with strong Leadership skills in an international project environment.
• Fluent in English; German language or additional language skills are a plus.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work on construction sites and offshore platforms.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute testing and commissioning activities in compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Build and develop the Commissioning Organization including mobilization plans for staff and tools.
• Coordinate with design office and PM teams to obtain datasheets, designs, and material lists for commissioning.
• Prepare commissioning schedule in alignment with consortium partner and platform manufacturing.
• Create commissioning documentation (ITPs, checklists) and set up a Completion Management System.
• Contribute to Factory Acceptance Tests to ensure delivery of high-quality systems to site.
• Maintain clear communication with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders as the main point of contact.
• Collaborate with Project Team on Quality, Claims & Risk Management.

Skills

Leadership

International collaboration

Communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is facing a momentum of hypergrowth, and we are currently scaling up our teams, creating others from scratch, and bringing our industry to the next level. Join us on this mission!

Job Description

About Us

At GE Vernova Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Vernova Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral.

Due to the growth of our Grid business, we are currently looking for our next HVDC Commissioning Manager (m/f/d) in the “Construction & Commissioning” function to participate in this energy transition for Central Europe.

About the Role

As a HVDC Commissioning Manager you will be responsible for testing and executing commissioning activities of large- scale international HVDC Projects.

You will lead Commissioning activities with an international team of Commissioning Engineers through different projects stages, starting from Commissioning Preparation through to on- site execution.

As a HVDC Commissioning Manager you have a key position within key projects for the energy transition. You will report to the Regional Commissioning Team Leader.

The position requires international travels with construction site presence during the execution phase. The HVDC sites are located in Germany and Netherlands as well as in Singapore and Batam for the platform construction.

Mission description

• Ensure all testing and commissioning activities are planned and carried out in compliance with safety requirements, quality standards, and applicable regulations.

• Build and develop the Commissioning Organization for projects within your scope, including preparation of Org- Charts & Mobilization Plans for Staff & Tools

• Liaise with design office and PM team for timely issuance of data required for preparation of commissioning site works (specs, designs, BOQ, material lists, …)

• Prepare the Commissioning Schedule in alignment with the consortium partner for the platform manufacturing

• Prepare Commissioning documentation like ITPs & Checklists and setup a Completion Management System together with your Commissioning Team

• Contribute with your Commissioning Team to Factory Acceptance Tests to ensure that systems delivered to site with the right quality

• Maintain effective communication related to Commissioning scope with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders and be the main point of contact

• Collaborate with the Project Team about Quality, Claim & Risk Management

How You’ll Make an Impact

• You will actively advance the Energy Transition by bringing our HVDC projects to a successful completion with our customers

• You will support our Commissioning Department with your expertise and will develop yourself with the state‑of‑the‑art technologies

What You Bring

• Completed degree in electrical engineering, energy technology, or a comparable qualification.

• Knowledge and minimum 3-5 years of experience in Commissioning of substations, Power Plants or HVDC Systems.

• Excellent Communication skills paired with strong Leadership skills in an internation project environment

• Fluent in English, German language or additional language skills are a plus.

• Willingness to travel internationally and work on construction sites and optional assignments on offshore platforms.

Why we come to work:

At GE Vernova, our employees are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game‑changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

• Professional Growth: Dynamic team, extensive resources, and training for skill development

• A Booming industry with Cutting‑Edge Projects: Involvement in high-profile, innovative projects

• Global Exposure: Collaboration with a diverse, global network of industry experts

• Collaborative Environment: Supportive culture fostering creativity and teamwork

• A macro-management culture with flexible working hours and a stable career

• Competitive compensation package plus corporate benefits

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

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.