Wind Turbine Technician

GE Vernova; Livingston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova in Central Belt Scotland seeks a Wind Turbine Technician to perform maintenance, fault analysis, and complex repairs on wind turbine generator systems to ensure peak performance and safety.

You will lead on-site service campaigns, coordinate with contractors, and travel across the UK for field assignments while improving reliability through detailed reporting and documentation.

Qualifications

• Formal education in electrical engineering or related field preferred; total experience valued.
• Ability to diagnose electrical and mechanical faults on wind turbine systems.
• Willingness to travel and operate in field environments, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining high-performance wind turbine systems through proactive service and diagnostics.
• Leading on-site service campaigns and coordinating with contractors for project success.
• Resolving complex faults with detailed analysis and effective repairs.
• Collaborating with clients and updating on retrofits and maintenance progress.
• Documenting findings, repairs and service reports to improve reliability.

Skills

Electrical/Mechatronics

PLC systems

Diagnostics

Team leadership

Field service

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

PLC programming tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary
Are you ready to play a vital role in powering a more sustainable future by keeping the UK’s wind energy assets running at their peak?
GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Wind Turbine Technician to join our Wind service and maintenance team based in Central belt Scotland.
GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World
With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. “GE” carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” signals Earth’s lush ecosystems, while “Nova” nods to a new era of lower‑carbon energy we are helping to deliver.
Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.
Wind
Wind energy is essential to a low‑carbon future. We design and build advanced Offshore and Onshore Wind technologies, as well as high‑performing Wind Turbine Blades, to capture the power of nature and turn it into progress.

Job Description

Job Description

Let’s Talk about the Role

The Wind Turbine Technician will perform essential maintenance, fault analysis, and complex repairs on wind turbine generator systems to ensure optimal performance and safety.

You will act as a key technical representative in the field, working both independently and collaboratively to maintain our wind assets. You will coordinate on‑site activities, manage technical documentation, and serve as a primary contact for client queries, ensuring that every project is delivered to the highest quality standards.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Maintaininghigh-performance wind turbine systems through proactive service and diagnostic excellence.

• Leadingon-site service campaigns and coordinating with internal and external contractors to ensure project success.

• Resolvingcomplex technical faults by performing detailed analysis and implementing effective repair solutions.

• Collaboratingwith clients to address technical queries and provide updates on retrofits and maintenance progress.

• Improvingsystem reliability by documenting findings, repairs, and service reports with precision and accuracy.

Special Role Requirements

• Able to travel extensively to and from projects and various field assignments across the UK.

• Willing to work holidays, weekends, and on‑call rotations as required by field assignments.

• Ability to spend considerable time away from home for training and field assignments.

• Ability to work safely at heights.

Skills for Success

You should be a hands‑on technical expert who thrives in a dynamic field environment, with:

• The ability to diagnose and remedy complex electrical or mechanical faults in wind turbine systems.

• The capability to work independently or lead a team in high‑pressure, site‑based environments.

• An understanding of PLC systems and standard diagnostic software tools.

• An expertise in electrical engineering, power electronics, or mechatronics.

• A keen interest in continuous professional development and contributing to the success of a growing energy team.

A formal education or professional training in an electrical engineering sector is nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Where and how you’ll work

This is a permanent position based in our Central Belt Scotland area. You will be expected to work onsite as required by the needs of our regional wind farm projects.

Our Culture

Every action shapes our future. That’s why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve.

Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world. We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy.

Our technology helps generate approximately twenty‑five percent of the world’s electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!

We’re determined to be the best place to grow

We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We’re committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work‑life balance. No two careers are the same, and yours should reflect your personal and professional goals. Your people leader and trusted mentors will support you through navigating your journey.

We also prioritize fair pay, performance‑based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.

Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No