GIS FIELD ENGINEER / SUPERVISOR

CP1367 GE Grid Solutions, LLC; Charleroi (Washington County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a GIS Field Engineer / Supervisor to lead installation, supervision, maintenance, testing, and engineering oversight of GIS systems across North America.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role blending field leadership with engineering adaptability, demanding a zero-compromise approach to safety and quality. You will guide field crews, review engineering drawings, and ensure NA-compliant packages while supporting AIS teams when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience leading GIS field projects in high-voltage environments.
• Ability to draft and adapt engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, CSA, NEC/NFPA and local utility requirements.
• Strong safety and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead GE VERNOVA field teams and subcontractors on GIS projects, ensuring safe, efficient field execution.
• Review and adapt GA drawings, wiring diagrams, and BOMs to NA standards.
• Ensure on-site quality, EHS compliance, and regulatory adherence; manage inspections and hold points.

Skills

GIS expertise

Field leadership

Technical drawing

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Job description

Job Description Summary About the Role GE VERNOVA is looking for a GIS Field Engineer / Supervisor to lead the installation, supervision, maintenance, testing, and engineering oversight of Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) systems across projects in North America. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role that combines field execution excellence with engineering adaptability — built for professionals who thrive on both leading crews and solving complex technical challenges. If you are a seasoned GIS specialist with strong field leadership, technical drawing expertise, and a zero-compromise approach to safety and quality, this role was designed for you. If required, the GIS Field Engineer / Supervisor may be called upon to assist the AIS Team.

À propos du poste GE VERNOVA recherche un(e) Ingénieur(e) / Superviseur(se) de Chantier GIS pour piloter l'installation, la supervision, les maintenances, les essais et le suivi technique de systèmes d'Appareillage à Isolation Gazeuse (GIS) dans le cadre de projets en Amérique du Nord. Ce poste à fort impact combine excellence opérationnelle terrain et adaptabilité technique — conçu pour des professionnels qui excellent aussi bien dans la direction d'équipes que dans la résolution de défis techniques complexes. Si vous êtes un(e) spécialiste GIS expérimenté(e), doté(e) d'un fort leadership terrain, d'une maîtrise des plans techniques et d'une exigence absolue en matière de sécurité et de qualité, ce poste a été créé pour vous. Une expérience terrain en AIS est un plus. Si nécessaire, l'Ingénieur(e) / Superviseur(se) GIS pourra être amené(e) à apporter son soutien à l'équipe AIS.

Job Description

What You’ll Own

• Field Supervision & Site Leadership Lead and supervise GE VERNOVA field teams and subcontractors across GIS installation, maintenance, repair, and modernization (retrofit) projects — 69 kV to 800 kV Drive efficient execution through hands‑on coordination of manpower, tools, equipment, and site resources Serve as the primary GE VERNOVA representative and customer interface on site Lead daily toolbox talks, safety briefings, and Job Safety Analyses (JSA/AHA) Manage site interfaces with clients, contractors, commissioning teams, and project managers Monitor installation progress and deliver accurate daily, weekly, and final site reports Support commissioning, high‑voltage testing, and punch list closure through to formal client handover
• Engineering Review, Drawing Conversion & Technical Documentation Review, adapt, and draft engineering documents including GA drawings, control schematics, wiring diagrams, interconnection drawings, terminal diagrams, mounting details, and Bills of Materials Review converted European-standard mechanical support structure and breaker control drawings into North American‑compliant packages aligned with IEEE, ANSI, CSA, NEC/NFPA, and local utility requirements – if required amend. Identify technical gaps between European and North American design practices and recommend compliant engineering solutions Write and adapt Method Statements for specific job types (new installation, maintenance, repair, Hi‑Pot tests) based on existing generic procedures Prepare engineering documentation suitable for review and stamping by a licensed Professional Engineer (PE/P.Eng.) where required Ensure all engineering changes are documented, traceable, and compliant with client and statutory requirements
• Quality, EHS & Regulatory Compliance Enforce strict compliance with GE VERNOVA EHS policies, OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910 & 1926), NFPA 70E arc flash requirements, and LOTO procedures Manage on‑site quality inspections, audits, and hold points Verify