Lead Engineer - Fleet Management-1

A01098 GE Vernova International LLC; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Health Coach access

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GE Vernova in the United States seeks a Lead Wind Fleet Engineer - Electrical and Controls to troubleshoot field issues, provide technical solutions to field technicians, internal engineering and supply chain, and customers of the wind turbine fleet.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, standard dispositions, and cross-functional collaboration, with leadership in reviews and proactive problem-solving to improve performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (USA) or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with fleet management or field service engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical solutions and repairs for field issues escalated by Services.
• Identify failure trends with first-level support and initiate corrective actions.
• Supervise retrofits and validate performance improvements.
• Support RCA programs and drive productivity in Customer Solutions and Wind business.
• Lead executive reviews and technical discussions with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead Wind Fleet Engineer - Electrical and Controls, will troubleshoot field issues, identify and provide technical engineering solutions to field technicians, internal functions including engineering and supply chain, and customers of GE Vernova wind turbine fleet. All activities relating to enhancing services technology integrating customer data, supporting issue resolution, supporting root case analysis, and developing standard dispositions for field issues. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

Job Description Roles and Responsibilities

Provide Technical Engineering Solutions / Repairs / Escalation for issues that have been problematic and escalated from Services team

• Work with first level support to proactively identify failure trend in an early phase and to initiate corrective actions
• Provide technical supervision for retrofits and validation of performance increase
• Support the Functional Technical Support during Root Cause Analysis (RCA) programs
• Support productivity improvements within Customer Solutions and across the Wind business
• Lead development of proactive technical solutions to prevent issues prior to becoming large business cost drivers
• Lead executive-level internal and external stakeholder reviews and technical discussions

Required Qualifications

For roles outside of the USA- This role requires advanced experience in the Engineering/Technology & Fleet Management. Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience). For roles in USA - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

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 13, 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.

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. If we want our energy future to be different...we must be different. 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. www.gevernova.com