Generator Maintenance Technician

GE Vernova; Portugal; Remote; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Support for work-life balance

Job summary

A global energy company based in Portugal is seeking a Generator Maintenance Technician to ensure the reliability and performance of wind turbine generator systems. You will conduct maintenance, perform fault analysis, and troubleshoot issues independently. The ideal candidate should have relevant training, strong diagnostic skills, and a valid Class B driving license. This role offers growth opportunities and requires the ability to work at heights. A supportive and inclusive environment awaits you.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical or electrical service/maintenance in the wind energy sector.
• Ability to work at heights and in rotational shifts.
• Valid Class B driving license.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault analysis, troubleshooting, and repair of wind turbine generator systems.
• Carry out planned and preventive maintenance on wind turbine generator systems.
• Document service call responses, fault diagnosis, and repair activities.
• Coordinate on-site activities with internal teams and external contractors.

Skills

Fault analysis

Troubleshooting

Repair of wind turbine systems

Excellent fault-finding skills

Proficient in MS Office

Education

Professional training in electromechanics

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

Generator Maintenance Technician – GE Vernova

Join to apply for the Generator Maintenance Technician role at GE Vernova. The position will be based in GE WF in central and northern Portugal.

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

What Impact You’ll Make

As a Generator Maintenance Technician of the Field Service Engineering team, you will be an active contributor to ensuring the reliability, availability, and performance of wind turbine generator systems. You will support preventive and corrective maintenance initiatives that help maximize equipment uptime and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Work independently to perform fault analysis, troubleshooting, and repair of wind turbine generator systems using GE technologies, in Portugal and abroad when required, including responding to and clarifying customer inquiries.
• Carry out planned and preventive maintenance activities on wind turbine generator systems using GE and ECO technologies.
• Document service call responses, fault diagnosis, and repair activities through service reports, logbooks, and checklists.
• Coordinate on-site activities with internal teams, external service providers, and contractors to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Professional or higher training in electromechanics within the wind energy sector, with electrical and/or mechanical service or maintenance experience.
• High level of quality awareness, with excellent fault‑finding and diagnostic skills, and the ability to identify and resolve faults, defects, and technical problems.
• Familiar with electronic equipment, PLC systems, and proficient in MS Office applications.
• Able to work at heights and willing to work in rotational shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• English level A2–B1 or higher, with fluent Portuguese.
• Class B driving license.
• Valid Work Permit for the country where the position is offered.

Desired Attributes

• Team player with a cooperative attitude and eager for further development.
• Confident personality with a structured and analytical approach to work.

Benefits

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We’ve created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on‑the‑job learning and development.

Inclusion

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

This is a remote position.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Electric Power Generation