HV GIS Substation Tech & Site Lead – Kuwait (Relocation)

GE Vernova; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an experienced HV GIS engineer for Kuwait. You will perform E&C services, testing, and commissioning of GIS substations, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. The role includes site documentation, reporting, and coordinating with OEMs across Kuwait.

The candidate must have 5+ years in high voltage switchgear, strong English, and the ability to work at multiple remote Kuwait sites, potentially leading site teams as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics or Electromechanical Engineering or diploma.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in high voltage switch gears.
• Experience with GIS SS site services maintenance (preventive and corrective).
• Proficiency in English; willingness to work across Kuwait remote sites.

Responsibilities

• Understand site safety and perform LOTO per GE and customer regulations.
• Implement GEV EHS rules and QA standards for improvements.
• Perform E&C activities for GIS 132 kV and 300 kV substations.
• Troubleshoot and repair in live electrical substations.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of GIS as per procedures.
• Read and interpret electrical/mechanical drawings to diagnose issues.
• Document and report test findings and site reports accurately.
• Coordinate with OEMs and factories to resolve NCs.
• Provide technical assistance during installation and project execution.
• Lead site activities and coordinate site personnel when required.

Skills

GIS switchgear

Electrical troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

EHS compliance

MS 365

MS Projects

English proficiency

Site leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Electromechanical Engineering or diploma

Tools

MS 365

MS Projects

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking an experienced HV GIS engineer for Kuwait. You will perform E&C services, testing, and commissioning of GIS substations, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. The role includes site documentation, reporting, and coordinating with OEMs across Kuwait.

The candidate must have 5+ years in high voltage switchgear, strong English, and the ability to work at multiple remote Kuwait sites, potentially leading site teams as needed.