Electrical Fleet Support Engineer - RCA Leader

GE Vernova, Inc.; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan with company 5

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. seeks an Electrical Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Lead Engineer to own the investigation and resolution process for our critical power generation assets, maximizing fleet availability and minimizing downtime.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage vendor relationships, and implement data-backed solutions for complex electrical failures, with clear communication to leadership and customers throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 4 years of electrical engineering experience.
• Experience supporting electrical systems or troubleshooting field issues.
• Willingness to travel to wind farms and climb turbines.
• Legal authorization to work in the US; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End RCA Ownership: Lead the full lifecycle of RCA projects from identification to final resolution.
• Technical & Operational Leadership: Drive technical investigations while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Fleet Performance, NPI Engineering, Field Services, Sourcing, and Quality.
• Team Coordination: Define resources for RCA task forces and manage needs proactively.
• Performance Metrics & Reliability: Track KPIs and lead initiatives to reduce failure rates.
• Supplier Engagement: Lead discussions with vendors with Sourcing.
• Financial & Administrative Stewardship: Manage budgets and procurement workflows for resolution plans.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Deliver clear updates to leadership and customers throughout the project.

Skills

Problem-solving

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are looking for an Electrical Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Lead Engineer to own the investigation and resolution process for our critical power generation assets. This role is essential to our mission of maximizing fleet availability and minimizing equipment downtime. You will leverage your technical expertise to lead cross-functional teams, manage vendor relationships, and implement data-backed solutions for complex electrical failures. The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator with a strong grasp of both technical engineering and operational project management.

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities:

• End-to-End RCA Ownership: Lead the complete lifecycle of electrical Root Cause Analysis (RCA) projects from initial identification and containment to final resolution - ensuring robust, timely outcomes that minimize part failures and maximize component reliability.
• Technical & Operational Leadership: Drive the investigation of both critical and minor electrical issues, balancing deep-dive technical analysis with operational efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary point of contact for Fleet Performance, NPI Engineering, Field Services, Sourcing, and Quality teams. Foster collaborative relationships to develop holistic solutions for fleet-wide challenges.
• Team Coordination: Define the necessary resources and expertise for RCA task forces; proactively manage and elevate resource requirements to ensure team success.
• Performance Metrics & Reliability: Monitor and report on key RCA performance indicators (KPIs). Partner with service teams to analyze failure data and lead strategic initiatives to reduce failure rates in major components (e.g., generators, transformers, power converters).
• Supplier Engagement: Partner with Sourcing to lead commercial and technical discussions with vendors.
• Financial & Administrative Stewardship: Manage RCA-related budgets, including cost-benefit analysis and the procurement workflow (PO generation and approval) required to execute resolution plans.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Serve as the technical authority for RCA-related communications, delivering clear, consistent, and concise updates to internal leadership and external customers throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 4 years experience in electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience supporting electrical systems, troubleshooting field issues, or working in a service engineering environment.
• Experience in wind, power generation, manufacturing, or other industrial environments is preferred.
• Able to travel to wind farms and climb turbines.
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor employment visas, now or in the future, for this position.

Preferred Profile

• Hands-on approach to solving field and product issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis and technical issue resolution.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and service teams.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, components, and BOMs.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple service priorities.
• Experience supporting field and factory defect resolutions
• Effective communicator who can work across technical and operational teams.
  

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: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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 01, 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.