Lead Field Service Engineer – Drives

GE Vernova; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

12 paid holidays

Disability benefits

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a field service specialist to lead the end-to-end commissioning of advanced drive systems and power electronics, ensuring seamless shipboard integration with propulsion and control systems.

The role involves deep diagnostic work on MV/LV drives, validation of communication protocols, and expert troubleshooting at sea or port locations. Remote work is possible with extensive travel up to 85% and strict safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 5+ years hands-on commissioning experience.
• Associate’s Degree with 7+ years relevant commissioning experience.
• High School Diploma / GED with 10+ years relevant commissioning experience.
• US Person able to obtain DoD security clearance.
• Willingness to travel up to 85% of the time.
• Physically able to board offshore vessels and pass BOSIET.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end commissioning of advanced drive systems and power electronics on ships.
• Troubleshoot MV/LV drives, rectifiers, and inverters using oscilloscopes and diagnostic software.
• Validate Profibus, Modbus, IEC 61850 communications and control loops.
• Perform on-site diagnostic investigations at ports or at sea.
• Provide training and technical advisory to naval and commercial customers.
• Identify opportunities for service growth, spare parts, and upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with safety, ABS/DNV/Lloyd’s/naval standards.
• Maintain accurate service records and diagnostic logs.
• Adhere to maritime safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

System integration

Safety compliance

Technical advisory

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate’s Degree (7+ years experience)

High School Diploma / GED (10+ years experience)

Tools

DSO

Megohmmeter

Micro-Ohmmeter

Power Quality Analyzer

Multimeters (True‑RMS)

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy company on a mission to electrify and decarbonize the world. Our Power Conversion & Storage business sits at the heart of the clean energy transition — delivering advanced power electronics, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and solar solutions that help utilities, developers, and industrial customers generate, convert, and store energy more efficiently.

When you join us, you’re not just providing field service – you’re ensuring the operational excellence of high-performance drive systems that power the most demanding industrial and marine applications.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Commissioning & Startup: Lead the end-to-end commissioning of advanced drive systems and power electronics, ensuring seamless integration with shipboard power management and propulsion systems.
• Power Electronics Diagnostics: Perform deep-dive troubleshooting on MV/LV drive systems, rectifiers, and inverters. Utilize oscilloscopes and diagnostic software to analyze firing pulses, gate signals, and control logic.
• System Integration: Validate communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, Modbus, IEC 61850) and control loop tuning (speed/torque/current) within complex multi-drive architectures.
• Complex Troubleshooting: Perform diagnostic investigations at site locations, during scheduled port visits, or at sea. Resolve persistent technical challenges through expert-level troubleshooting and evidence-based corrective action.
• Technical Advisory: Partner with naval and commercial customers to provide training on system operations, optimization, and preventative maintenance strategies to extend asset life.
• Service Growth: Identify and promote opportunities for service, spare parts, and system upgrades (CM&U) to support long-term vessel performance.
• Engineering Compliance: Execute all tasks in accordance with defined departmental policies, GEV safety guidelines, and maritime regulatory standards (e.g., ABS, DNV, Lloyd’s, or Naval standards).
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate service records, technical reports, and diagnostic logs to meet both GEV and customer quality standards.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to maritime safety protocols, naval security regulations, and environmental health and safety (EHS) standards while working in confined shipboard environments.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline) from an accredited university with a minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in commissioning environments involving LV/MV drive and control systems.
  • OR Associate’s Degree with a minimum of 7 years of relevant commissioning experience.
  • OR High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 10 years of relevant commissioning experience.
• Security Clearance: US Person with the ability to achieve and maintain security clearance for Department of Defense (DoD) projects.
• Operational Readiness: Ability and willingness to travel up to 85% of the time, often on short notice.
• Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit to board vessels offshore. Must be able to pass Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET).

Desired Characteristics:

• Technical Experience:
• Subject Matter Expertise: Serves as the primary technical authority and final point of escalation for complex drive system failures, bridging the gap between field operations and design engineering to lead high-stakes troubleshooting, establish global commissioning standards, and drive systemic improvements in equipment reliability and performance.
• Technical Toolset: Proficiency in the setup and operation of industry-standard test equipment, including:
  • Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO)
  • 5kV/10kV Megohmmeter
  • Micro-Ohmmeter (Ductor)
  • Power Quality Analyzer
  • Multimeters (True‑RMS)
• Strong technical aptitude in utilizing MS Office and relevant diagnostic software.
• Proven ability to prioritize work efforts independently across weekly, monthly and quarterly horizons.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with internal engineering teams and external customer stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to high personal and professional ethics in a demanding construction-type work environment.
• Whilst performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of trips, slips and falls. The noise level on‑site or on-board ships can be excessive, personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required.

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

This is a remote positionApplication Deadline: November 27, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $78,800.00 and $131,200.00. 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.

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.