On Site Services Specialist - DP & Automation Engineer

GE Vernova Inc; Portsmouth; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated DP Engineer to join their team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for preparing, testing, and commissioning marine dynamic positioning systems while providing essential technical support. You will engage in engineering activities and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on challenging projects in a flexible environment that values work-life balance. If you are passionate about maritime engineering and eager to contribute to innovative solutions, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution

Income protection

Private Health Insurance

Life Assurance

26 days vacation + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with marine dynamic positioning systems and related software.
• Health and Safety trained with valid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, test, and commission marine dynamic positioning systems.
• Provide technical support and maintain documentation as per standards.

Skills

Marine Dynamic Positioning Systems

Electrical Engineering

Health and Safety Training

PC/PLC Equipment

Flexibility

Programming Techniques

Education

Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

Documentation Software

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business provides electrification systems that are critical to customers’ power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world’s major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.

Job Description

Your primary responsibilities will include: preparing, performing, testing and commissioning marine dynamic positioning systems, related activities in support of new build, upgrade and service-related projects. You will be equipped with the resources, and logistics required to perform services and maintenance activities on customers' site/property.

In this role you will focus on:

• Engineering activities - preparing, planning, testing and commissioning DP system upgrades. You will perform routine maintenance tasks and training across all GE Marine UK customer base DP systems, both onshore and offshore.
• Analyzing, diagnosing and repairing DP related software and hardware defects across all DP systems installed across the GE Marine UK customer base.
• Writing, updating and maintaining documentation in line with company procedures and best practice.
• Providing technical support to both the customer and internal GE staff as required.
• Liaising with the engineering department, Fleet Managers and other GE personnel as required to fulfil the role of DP Engineer.
• Complying with both company and customer EHS policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
• Maintaining personal competence by completing all applicable training in line with company requirements.
• Carrying out marine service administrative tasks as directed by the marine service manager.

We are looking for a committed and professional individual with:

• Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, from a reputable College or University or equivalent knowledge & experience.
• Recognized Health and Safety training including risk assessment.
• Basic Life Support (CPR).
• Valid Passport to Safety (PTS) training.
• Experience with PC/PLC equipment.
• Established record of site work.
• Health and Safety trained.
• Flexibility around working pattern.
• Willing and eligible to work world-wide and offshore.
• Full Clean Driving license.

What will make you stand out:

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent knowledge & experience.
• Valid Offshore survival training certificate.
• Valid Passport to Safety training certificate, IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate.
• Familiarity with IEC and marine classification society rules.
• Some knowledge of programming techniques and languages.
• Marine and Offshore experienced.
• Proven years of experience acting in an engineering position in a marine environment.

You can expect from us:

• Challenging and exciting projects.
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position