Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist 1

GE Vernova; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist to oversee the installation and maintenance of power transformers. This role involves significant travel and hands-on work, ensuring the reliability of critical electrical equipment. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team, participate in daily operations, and contribute to the development of best practices in transformer services. Join a dynamic environment that values professional growth and offers competitive compensation, while making a difference in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of field experience with power transformers or eBOP equipment.
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site transformer services including installation and maintenance.
• Assist with team resources and daily activities.

Skills

Field experience with power transformers

Mechanical and electrical experience

Effective communication skills

IT / computer savvy

Ability to understand electrical schematics

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical/Mechanical field

Technical training or military experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

The GE Grid Solutions GSI North America group is currently seeking a Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist 1. Reporting directly to the Field Services Team Leader for the Power Transformers (PTR) Group, the incumbent will be responsible, in collaboration with the client and the GE engineering group to ensure the erection, commissioning and maintenance of PTR systems and operate support equipment.

Highlights on the position:
• Regional and national travel across the North America.
• Long term installation projects which provide rotational schedules with four weeks on site and one week working at home throughout project life cycle.
• Position provides a guaranteed base salary compensation plus eligibility for overtime and per diem.
• Typical On-site work activities are 12-hour days, up to six days per week.
• Emergency call out services may be required to support our customers year-round 24x7 production requirements.
• Position would be assigned to or based out of our service center in Humble/Houston Texas area.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform on site transformer services covering new unit installation, corrective maintenance, and unit upgrades.
• Assist with team leader(s) on-site resources of assigned crew members and subcontracted services.
• Attend daily morning tailboards with the crews and or customer resources to outline daily activities.
• Identify and report any EHS/HSE concerns with associated job scope.
• Assist with the operation and control of vacuum processing rigs and associated equipment.
• Assist and or oversee the associated field test or commissioning of associated units.
• Participate in the development and improvement of associated standard procedures associated with transformer installation and maintenance service.
• Provide technical assistance in the preparation of submission of technical documents.
• Participate in the development of inspection criteria in collaboration with external and internal customers associated with transformer services.

Required Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.
• Minimum of 2 years of field experience with specific mechanical and/or electrical experience related to power transformers or other Electrical Balance of Plant (eBOP) equipment such as high voltage breakers, switchgear, and associated devices.
• Preference for associate’s degree in the Electrical / Mechanical field with specialization in Power Transformer or HV/MV apparatus or Electrical Engineering.
• Mechanical experience via technical training institutes and or military services with proven field experience are encouraged to apply.

Desired Characteristics:

• Leadership experience.
• Effective communications skills.
• IT / computer Savvy, experience with multiple different software applications.
• Ability to understand electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.
• CDL license preferred, or the ability to obtain

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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

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