HV GIS Substation Technician & Site Lead

BR2228 GRID Solutions SAS France - Kuwait Branch; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking an Electrical/GIS engineer to perform E&C services, testing and maintenance on high voltage GIS switchgear. You will manage site documentation, ensure EHS compliance, and coordinate with OEMs across Kuwait projects.

Required 5+ years in HV switchgear, Bachelor’s in electrical/electromechanical domains, and strong English skills. Role involves field work at multiple Kuwait sites with potential site leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, and/or Electromechanical Engineering or relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in high voltage switch gears.
• Capable to do GIS SS site services included maintenance (preventive and corrective).
• Proficient in MS 365 & Projects.
• Experience across multiple remote sites in Kuwait and English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure site safety and perform LOTO operations per GE and customer rules.
• Apply GEV EHS, Safety, Quality and Productivity standards for improvement.
• Perform E&C activities for GIS 132 kV and 300 kV substations.
• Troubleshoot and repair live electrical substations.
• Maintain GIS preventive and corrective maintenance per procedures.
• Read electrical/mechanical drawings to diagnose issues.
• Conduct scheduled GIS substation maintenance.
• Prepare test reports and customer site documentation.
• Coordinate with OEMs for repair issues and NCs.
• Provide technical assistance during installation and project execution.
• Contribute as site lead, allocate tasks and coordinate personnel.

Skills

HV switchgear experience

GIS maintenance

English proficiency

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Electromechanical degree

Tools

MS 365

MS Projects

Job description

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking an Electrical/GIS engineer to perform E&C services, testing and maintenance on high voltage GIS switchgear. You will manage site documentation, ensure EHS compliance, and coordinate with OEMs across Kuwait projects.

Required 5+ years in HV switchgear, Bachelor’s in electrical/electromechanical domains, and strong English skills. Role involves field work at multiple Kuwait sites with potential site leadership responsibilities.