Field Systems Engineer

IF1256 GE Vernova Infrastructure Technology International LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

12 paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Retirement plan with company matching

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Field Systems Engineer for Monitoring & Diagnostics to own end-to-end technical delivery of on-site deployments for the M&D platform. You will design, install, and commission servers, switches and firewalls at customer sites, coordinating across multiple teams and time zones.

The role requires 3 years of IT/engineering experience, proficiency with Windows and Linux, and familiarity with SCADA/DCS protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline.
• 3 years of experience in IT/engineering with hands-on field installation of network equipment.
• Proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems; familiarity with SCADA/DCS protocols (Modbus, OPC, TCP/IP, serial).
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a matrixed, global organization.

Responsibilities

• Own technical delivery end-to-end: design, site integration planning, and on-site hardware installation for M&D deployments.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for customers and internal teams during deployments, leading real-time troubleshooting.
• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs), design documents, and installation plans aligned to project timelines.
• Coordinate deployments across multiple locations and time zones, maintaining quality and documentation.
• Travel to customer sites approximately 30–50% of the time, domestically and internationally.

Skills

Field installation

SCADA/DCS protocols

Windows & Linux administration

Global project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Job Description Summary Power generation facilities run on uptime — and the systems that monitor and protect them need to be built right, from the ground up. As a Field Systems Engineer for Monitoring & Diagnostics OTR (Order-To-Remittance) project execution and deployments, you’ll be the technical resource responsible for deploying the monitoring infrastructure that enables monitoring of gas power assets. From design to physical installation of servers, switches, and firewalls at customer sites, you'll own the full technical project lifecycle — from blueprint to commissioning. If you're someone who thrives in the field, solves problems under pressure, and takes pride in delivering complex installations that work the first time, this role was built for you.

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Own technical delivery end-to-end: Lead technical design definition, site integration planning, and the physical installation of hardware on-site for M&D platform deployments — including servers, peripheral devices, and associated network infrastructure.
• Be the go-to technical expert: — Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers and internal teams during deployments, leading troubleshooting efforts in real time and ensuring all network and system designs meet applicable industry and GE Vernova standards.
• Drive documentation and procurement accuracy: Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) create site specific design documents and installation plans, update mechanical drawings, and issue material requisitions aligned to technical specifications and project timelines.
• Navigate complexity across sites and functions: Coordinate simultaneous project deployments across multiple customer locations, time zones, and internal teams — applying solid monitoring and control practices to maintain quality throughout.
• Show up in the field: Travel to customer sites approximately 30–50% of the time for installations, commissioning, troubleshooting, and testing — both domestically and internationally.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical depth with the resilience and adaptability to perform in dynamic, customer-facing environments. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or relevant discipline. 3 years of experience in IT/engineering, including hands‑on field installation of network equipment (servers, routers, firewalls, and switches) and familiarity with industrial control systems. Proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems, and experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) / Distributed Control System (DCS) protocols, including Modbus, OPC (OLE for Process Control), TCP/IP, and serial communication. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with structured monitoring and quality control practices. Comfort operating independently within a highly matrixed, global organization across multiple sites, functions, and time zones. Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally (Americas) as required, ~30-50% annually. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools: Visio, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.

Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience deploying network or cybersecurity equipment, particularly in NERC CIP (North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection) regulated environments. Familiarity with virtual machine environments (VMware, Hyper‑V) and industrial server infrastructure, including firewalls, network switches, and cybersecurity hardware. Experience with Balance of Plant (BOP) or DCS integrations using SCADA/DCS protocols such as OPC UA‑DA. Background in power generation environments, with exposure to additional sensing technologies such as vibration sensors, combustion dynamics monitoring, or generator health systems. Lean, Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification — or equivalent process improvement experience.

Why GE Vernova

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. We provide varied, competitive benefits designed to reward high performers and support your personal and family needs. Our programs are built around the way you live and work today — and we invest in your continued on-the-job learning and development so your career keeps moving forward.

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

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 09, 2026.

• medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• 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
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• permissive time off
• Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

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