Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist 1

GE Vernova, Inc.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Per diem for projects

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist 1 to support the Grid Systems Integration team on EPC projects across North America.

You will work directly at client sites to ensure erection, commissioning and maintenance of PTR systems, with rotations such as 4 weeks on site and 1 week off where applicable. Responsibilities include on-site transformer services, coordination with crews, safety reporting, and preparation of technical documents for submission.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of field experience with mechanical/electrical work on power transformers or related equipment.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site transformer services including installation, maintenance, and unit upgrades.
• Assist with on-site team leaders and coordination of crew resources.
• Participate in daily tailboards and safety checks; report EH&S concerns.
• Operate vacuum processing rigs and commissioning equipment.
• Assist in development of standard procedures for transformer services.
• Prepare submission of technical documents and inspection criteria with customers.

Skills

Field experience

Willingness to travel

IT proficiency

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Job Description Summary

Our Grid Systems Integration (GSI) team is rapidly expanding across North America, and we are looking for dedicated Substation Commissioning and Power Transformer Service Technicians to help us energize the world. 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.

In this field-based role, you will be the backbone of our EPC projects, working directly at client sites to ensure grid reliability. We offer flexible, project-based assignments ranging from short-term tasks to extended, long-term rotations (4 weeks on, 1 week off).

Why Join Us?

• Total Compensation: Guaranteed base salary + overtime eligibility.
• Support: Daily per-diem and project-specific stipends provided.
• Flexibility: You can be based anywhere in North America, with dispatch provided to project sites as needed.

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

• High School Diploma / GED
• 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.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.

Desired Characteristics:

• 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.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 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

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare 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 and 12 paid holidays. New hires also receive 40 hours of personal business time, 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law), and two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

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.