ACIS Senior Field Technician (Remote)

GE Vernova; Texas; Teletrabalho; USD 79 000 - 131 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan with company contributions

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Resumo da oferta

GE Vernova is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to support AC Substation systems across the United States. You will lead commissioning, perform preventative and corrective maintenance, and troubleshoot complex issues to ensure safety, reliability, and peak performance for utility and industrial clients.

You will read SLDs, supervise field activities, train junior engineers, and act as a on-site EHS leader, with a heavy travel schedule (75%) and requirement for US work authorization.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years field experience in electrical power systems.
• English language required.
• Willingness to travel 75%.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Experience with high‑voltage substations and GIS is desirable.
• Ability to lead field teams and interface with customers.

Responsabilidades

• Commissioning & Start-up: Execute electrical and mechanical pre‑commissioning tests on auxiliary systems, HV Breakers, HV DS and ACIS substation plants.
• Lifecycle Maintenance: Schedule preventative and corrective maintenance; perform detailed inspections.
• Troubleshooting & Resolution: Primary on‑site troubleshooting; document RCA and implement solutions.
• Participate in 24/7 Support hotline on rotation.
• Read and interpret SLDs, general arrangement drawings, and procedures.
• Safety & Compliance: Lead EHS on-site; enforce LOTO and safety standards.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain site logs and write technical reports.
• Customer & Team Interface: Act as GE GSI representative; collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Training & Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior team members.

Conhecimentos

Field leadership

English proficiency

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Team coordination

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Related technical discipline

Ferramentas

GIS (Gas‑Insulated Switchgear)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the ACIS Field Operations Manager, the Senior Field Service Technician is responsible for the full lifecycle support of AC Substation systems, including pre-commissioning, start-up, and ongoing maintenance. In this hands‑on role, you will perform rigorous testing during commissioning and provide long‑term operational support—including preventative and corrective maintenance, detailed inspections, and complex troubleshooting—to ensure the safety, quality, and peak performance of our utility and industrial customers' ACIS substation equipment

Reporting to the ACIS Field Operations Manager, the Senior Field Service Technician is responsible for the full lifecycle support of AC Substation systems, including pre-commissioning, start-up, and ongoing maintenance. In this hands‑on role, you will perform rigorous testing during commissioning and provide long‑term operational support—including preventative and corrective maintenance, detailed inspections, and complex troubleshooting—to ensure the safety, quality, and peak performance of our utility and industrial customers' ACIS substation equipment

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Commissioning & Start-up: Execute electrical and mechanical pre-commissioning tests on auxiliary systems, HV Breakers, HV DS and ACIS substation plants. Perform instrument functionality verification to ensure a smooth system start‑up.
• Lifecycle Maintenance: Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance and responsive corrective maintenance to minimize downtime. Perform detailed equipment inspections to identify potential risks or performance degradation.
• Troubleshooting & Resolution: Act as the primary technical point of contact for on‑site troubleshooting. Diagnose complex technical issues, document root causes (RCA), and implement effective solutions to restore system functionality.
• Participate in the support of the 24/7 Support hotline – based on rotational needs
• Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret Single Line Diagrams (SLD), general arrangement drawings, and installation/commissioning procedures to ensure accurate work execution.
• Safety & Compliance: Serve as an EHS leader on‑site. Strictly implement LOTO (Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out) procedures and ensure all activities comply with GE, OSHA, NFPA70, and project‑specific safety standards.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate site logs, write comprehensive technical reports, and manage administrative requirements (timesheets, expenses, status reports) with thoroughness and timeliness.
• Customer & Team Interface: Act as a technical representative for GE GSI, fostering professional relationships with customers and collaborating across cross‑functional teams.
• Training & Mentorship: Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and supporting the development of the broader field team

Mandatory Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of proven field experience in electrical power systems.
• Languages: English is mandatory
• Travel 75%
• Logistics: Valid US work authorization and availability for work on project sites across the US

Desired Characteristics

• Strong field leadership and decision-making
• Technical Expertise: Strong hands‑on knowledge of ACIS substation apparatus, specifically Circuit Breakers and Disconnect Switches. Experience supervising high‑voltage substations is required. Asset: Experience with GIS (Gas‑Insulated Switchgear)* is highly desirable.
• Safety Standards: Strong understanding of EHS requirements for high‑voltage project sites. Knowledge of NETA, NERC, and IEC requirements; OSHA 30 and NFPA70 certification is highly preferred.
• Operational Skills: Ability to troubleshoot under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and perform high‑quality work in dynamic environments.
• Communication: Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple contractors and interfaces simultaneously
• High attention to safety, quality, and detail
• Practical problem‑solving in construction environments
• Ability to work under schedule pressure while maintaining standards

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

• This is a remote position

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $78,800.00 and $131,200.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 16, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax‑advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.