Entry Level Technical Field Advisor

GE Vernova; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A prominent energy technology firm is seeking a Technical Field Advisor to manage on-site activities for Steam Power plants. The role involves performing maintenance, troubleshooting equipment, and providing customer technical assistance. A Bachelor's in STEM or equivalent experience is required, along with the ability to secure a Unescorted Security Clearance for Nuclear Facilities. Travel is expected to be around 80%, with a remote work option available. Competitive benefits and a salary of $75,000 annually offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent field experience.
• Ability to obtain Unescorted Security Clearance to Nuclear Facilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage site activities for Steam Power installations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on site.
• Provide technical assistance to customers.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

High School Diploma / GED with relevant experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) 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.

Job Description

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. Learn more at www.gevernova.com

Job Description Summary

The Technical Field Advisor (TFA) provides on‑site technical direction to customer‑owned utility and industrial power plants for their Steam Turbine Generator System(s). The TFA is responsible for reviewing plant engineering documents and P&ID’s, troubleshooting of plant systems and equipment, planning, organizing, integrating and direction of resources such as labor, tools and materials as required to complete the work scope according to contractual requirements. The primary responsibility of the TFA is to safely manage the maintenance and repair of the various equipment used in power generation applications. You may be assigned other duties to help proactively drive our Steam Power vision and align with our organization’s core values.

This position is available remotely within the U.S. and expected to travel 80% annually. Travel will primarily be within the U.S. but may include international travel to Canada.

Continuous employment is dependent on successful completion of formal training provided by General Electric.

Candidates may receive offers of employment at varying levels of seniority based on the candidate’s qualifications and relatable experience.

Your Role

• Manage, perform, coordinate, and/or monitor Steam Power site activities.
• Perform on‑site installation of systems and equipment and ongoing preventive maintenance, repair, and calibration after installation.
• Respond to requests for emergency repairs and services to troublesome equipment.
• Provide technical instruction and assistance to customer representatives regarding installation, operation, calibration, repair, and maintenance at customer's sites.
• Perform administrative functions such as writing technical reports, ordering materials, securing quotations, preparing job status reports, reports to customers, time sheet and expense sheets on a complete timely, and thorough basis.
• Signs off on all changes implemented.
• Knowledge to troubleshoot and provide routine maintenance checkout for wide range of equipment vintage.
• Prepare timely and accurate technical reports for customer records and a reference for future outages.
• Ensure all parts needed for the job are shipped to the site.
• Perform aftermarket upgrades that need to be performed at the site level.
• Supervise critical tasks when these activities are performed by third parties (as measuring, dimensional checks, other considered by the management).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related discipline from an accredited university with a 3.0 or higher GPA; or a High School Diploma / GED with 4+ years of experience in a Field Services or power generation equipment maintenance role.
• Ability to obtain Unescorted Security Clearance to Nuclear Facilities across NAM

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working on customer sites.
• Technically oriented, fast‑learner, self‑starter (need people who need little direction, willing to do self‑study, self‑directed)
• Solid understanding of Steam Turbine Operation and Controlling Parameters OR Steam Boiler Operational Principals
• Strong technical skill in reading and interpreting electrical/mechanical flow and instrument diagrams dial and laser alignment and thermal growth equipment.
• Employment is contingent upon acceptable results of your pre‑employment background and drug screening (to be taken within 48 hours of your receipt of the test paperwork). You may receive specialized classroom and laboratory training to prepare you for your assignment. You will be expected to complete periodic training to meet competency requirements for the position. All training courses attended must be successfully completed as a minimum requirement for employment.

About Us

For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay for this position in $75,000 USD Annually (role is OT eligible).

The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

This position will stay open on the career website until at least November 2, 2025.

Benefits Available to You

GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. 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 invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on‑the‑job learning and development.

Healthcare benefit s include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants.

Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time‑off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf ). 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

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: March 03, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was on December 30, 2025.

Healthcare 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 and 12 paid holidays. New hires also receive 40 hours of personal business time, 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law), and two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro‑rated based on start date).

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.

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.