MCU Technician

GE Vernova; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Remote work option

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking an MCU Technician (Mechanical) to support Main Component Upgrade and Uptower Repair work on wind turbines.

The role involves working in small hands-on groups, crane operations, inspection of major parts, and strict adherence to GE work instructions across remote locations. The position requires 5+ years in wind energy, a Mechanical or Electrical Diploma/ITI, and strong fault-finding and data-analysis skills with MS Office and Tableau proficiency.

Qualifications

• Diploma or ITI in Mechanical or Electrical from an accredited college or university.
• More than 05 years' experience with minimum of 3 years in Wind Energy field.
• Proficient in fault finding electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment, or within their specialized area of expertise.
• Experience in overall wind farm operations and maintenance, installation, and heavy lift main component exchange.
• Skilled in using MS Office software tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Analytical & data manipulation/mining skills with advanced Excel (pivot tables), Access, Tableau, etc.

Responsibilities

• Work within small hands-on work groups during on-site execution of MCU/UTR work.
• Execute MCU work as directed by the MCU Lead, involving major crane operations using GE MCU teams, local GE employees, third party contractors, and crane vendors.
• Inspect all major parts to ensure no damage and that they are the right type or configuration for the turbine.
• Check and validate Inventory Tooling, Parts, any other items required during MCU operations.
• Interpret the requirements of GE manuals, specifications, bulletins, and complete assigned tasks in accordance with GE work instructions.
• Complete all the necessary documentation with respect to MCU / UTR execution.
• Ensure data is collected to complete reports on executed MCU/UTR work.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the organization's JSA, LOTO, EHS and associated policies/procedures
• Report errors, violations, incidents, or problems immediately using GE reporting systems
• Submit enquiries to Engineering to ensure technical issues are resolved, and answer questions from Management, Engineering, Sourcing and Project Teams as required
• Make a conformance or non-conformance decision upon completion of inspections and report as required to MCU lead/FPM/CMS.
• Form part of a roster to work weekends and nights if required or as directed by management
• Perform high voltage switching operations according to site procedures as required
• Be familiar with and follow all EHS policies, and procedures applicable to their job and report any injuries, spills, near misses or related incidents and any concerns about possible violations of this policy
• Cooperate with GE investigations and EHS audits, and call attention to fellow employees of unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions and practices to their Manager, Supervisor, and EHS Manager/Coordinator
• Complete all required EHS Training

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data manipulation

Advanced Excel

Tableau

Access

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or ITI in Mechanical or Electrical

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Tableau

MS Office suite

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Main Component Upgrade (MCU) Technician (Mechanical) will work within the existing team in the safe execution of Main Component Upgrade and Uptower Repair work on Wind Turbines across Australia on GE Vernova Onshore Wind Services, as directed by the MCU Lead.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Work within small hands-on work groups during on site execution of MCU/UTR work
• Execute MCU work as directed by the MCU Lead, involving major crane operations using GE MCU teams, local GE employees, third party contractors, and crane vendors
• Inspect all major parts to ensure no damage and that they are the right type or configuration for the turbine
• Check and validate Inventory Tooling, Parts, any other items required during MCU operations
• Interpret the requirements of GE manuals, specifications, bulletins, and complete assigned tasks in accordance with GE work instructions
• Complete all the necessary documentation with respect to MCU / UTR execution
• Ensure data is collected to complete reports on executed MCU/UTR work.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the organization's JSA, LOTO, EHS and associated policies/procedures
• Report errors, violations, incidents, or problems immediately using GE reporting systems
• Submit enquiries to Engineering to ensure technical issues are resolved, and answer questions from Management, Engineering, Sourcing and Project Teams as required
• Make a conformance or non-conformance decision upon completion of inspections and report as required to MCU lead/FPM/CMS.
• Form part of a roster to work weekends and nights if required or as directed by management
• Perform high voltage switching operations according to site procedures as required
• Be familiar with and follow all EHS policies, and procedures applicable to their job and report any injuries, spills, near misses or related incidents and any concerns about possible violations of this policy
• Cooperate with GE investigations and EHS audits, and call attention to fellow employees of unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions and practices to their Manager, Supervisor, and EHS Manager/Coordinator
• Complete all required EHS Training

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or ITI in Mechanical or Electrical from an accredited college or university
• More than 05 years' experience with minimum of 3 years in Wind Energy field
• Proficient in fault finding electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment, or within their specialized area of expertise.
• Experience in overall wind farm operations and maintenance, installation, and heavy lift main component exchange.
• Skilled in using MS Office software tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Analytical & data manipulation/mining skills ... advanced Excel skills (pivot tables), Access, Tableau, etc.

Desired Characteristics

• Must have positive attitude and the ability to complete physically demanding tasks at heights.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in an environment of changing priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to implement innovative solutions
• Experience in the wind farm industry would be highly desirable
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• GWO/GWO ART Qualified
• Dogging/Rigging/Franna Tickets

As GE Vernova is a global organization, working across different time zones, and monitoring, reading and responding to contact outside normal working hours can be expected.

Additional Information

• Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
• #LI-Remote - This is a remote position