GIS FIELD ENGINEER / SUPERVISOR

Pittsburgh Tomorrow; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE VERNOVA is seeking a GIS Field Engineer / Supervisor to lead installation, supervision, testing and engineering oversight of GIS systems across 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

Qualifications

• GIS field engineer with strong field leadership and safety focus.
• Experience with technical drawings and engineering oversight.
• Ability to coordinate field teams, subcontractors, and client interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise GIS installation, maintenance, and testing on projects across North America.
• Coordinate manpower, tools, equipment, and site resources for efficient field execution.
• Serve as GE VERNOVA’s on-site representative and customer liaison on projects.

Skills

GIS

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.

propos du poste

GE VERNOVA recherche un(e) Ingnieur(e) / Superviseur(se) de Chantier GIS pour piloter l'installation, la supervision, les maintenances, les essais et le suivi technique de systmes d'Appareillage Isolation Gazeuse (GIS) dans le cadre de projets en Amrique du Nord. Ce poste fort impact combine excellence oprationnelle terrain et adaptabilit technique - conu pour des professionnels qui excellent aussi bien dans la direction d'quipes que dans la rsolution de dfis techniques complexes.

Si vous tes un(e) spcialiste GIS expriment(e), dot(e) d'un fort leadership terrain, d'une matrise des plans techniques et d'une exigence absolue en matire de scurit et de qualit, ce poste a t cr pour vous.

Une exprience terrain en AIS est un plus. Si ncessaire, l'Ingnieur(e) / Superviseur(se) GIS pourra tre amen(e) apporter son soutien l'quipe 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