Services Specialist 1 - On Site Services

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

Job Description Summary

Strong technical experience in GIS switchgear is required. The role includes performing E&C services and maintenance activities, including testing and commissioning of all types of high voltage switchgear. The candidate must be able to handle and manage GIS equipment, prepare technical reports and site documentation, and ensure full EHS compliance and quality of site work in accordance with GE Vernova procedures.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Fully understand the importance of site safety and perform LOTO operations in compliance with GE and customer safety regulations


• Implement GEV EHS rules by understanding and applying site Safety, Quality, and Productivity standards for continuous improvement


• Perform E&C activities for GIS 132 kV and 300 kV substations


• Execute troubleshooting and corrective repairs in live electrical substations


• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance activities of GIS as per approved procedures


• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings to diagnose equipment issues


• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance of GIS substations


• Maintain accurate back‑office reporting, test reports, and customer site documentation


• Coordinate with OEMs and factories for resolution of unresolved repair issues and non‑conformities (NCs)


• Provide technical assistance during installation, pre‑arrangement, and project execution phases


• Work effectively as part of a site team or act as a site lead, including task allocation and coordination of site personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, and/or Electromechanical Engineering or relevant field, or/and diploma in a relevant field from an accredited university or college.


• Minimum 5 years of experience in high voltage switch gears.


• Capable to do GIS SS site services included maintenance (preventive and corrective)


• Experienced good to use MS 365 & Projects etc.


• Required multiple working remote sites in Kuwait


• Proficiency in English

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.


• Good Interpersonal skills, quick learner & leadership skills.


• Good conduct & having Excellent communication skills.


• Managing the site and customer needs well even in pressure environment Arabic speaking is preferable.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard‑earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com