Remote Lead Offshore Wind Electrical Technician

gevernova; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking Lead Electrical Technicians to support commissioning and service activities on offshore wind projects. This hands-on leadership role requires strong technical judgment and safe works execution while supervising LV/HV electrical commissioning offshore.

You will lead installation, testing, energization and fault-finding on wind turbine systems, coordinate with engineers, and ensure accurate documentation and adherence to GE Vernova safety standards.

Qualifications

• Electrical or Wind Technician apprenticeship, diploma, or degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience working on LV and HV electrical systems
• Proven HV switching experience on 11 kV and 33 kV systems
• HVWP1 City & Guilds certificationor equivalent
• Proven experience in commissioning, electrical service, or related field execution activities in wind or comparable industrial environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams in field-based environments
• Strong competence in reading and validating electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• Hands-on experience with electrical testing, measurement, and diagnostic equipment
• Strong understanding of protection systems, electrical safety rules, and commissioning methodologies

Responsibilities

• Lead offshore teams performing installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, maintenance and fault rectification on LV and HV electrical systems for wind turbines
• Execute and supervise commissioning activities in line with approved method statements, risk assessments, commissioning procedures, and GE Vernova safe systems of work
• Support work across key electrical systems and components, including transformers, switchgear, protection systems, and LV control systems
• Interpret and utilize electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications to ensure correct system configuration
• Support senior engineers during energization, functional testing, and handover activities
• Ensure accurate completion of commissioning documentation, test records, and non-conformance reports
• Diagnose LV and HV electrical faults using appropriate test and diagnostic equipment
• Lead fault-finding activities using a systematic root-cause analysis approach
• Interface with engineering and technical support teams to resolve complex issues and implement corrective actions
• Maintain strict compliance with GE Vernova and industry electrical safety rules
• Execute switching, electrical isolations, and control of work within authorized limits
• Conduct task-specific or last-minute risk assessments and toolbox talks before and during field execution
• Supervise and mentor Electrical Technicians, ensuring safe systems of work and consistent technical standards
• Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and procedural feedback

Skills

LV/HV electrical systems

Commissioning experience

Leadership

Safety compliance

Reading schematics

Education

Electrical Technician apprenticeship/diploma/degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience on LV/HV electrical systems

HV switching experience 11 kV & 33 kV

HVWP1 City & Guilds certification

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking Lead Electrical Technicians to support commissioning and service activities on offshore wind projects. This hands-on leadership role requires strong technical judgment and safe works execution while supervising LV/HV electrical commissioning offshore.

You will lead installation, testing, energization and fault-finding on wind turbine systems, coordinate with engineers, and ensure accurate documentation and adherence to GE Vernova safety standards.