Senior Remote Field Technician: Substations & HV Systems

GE Vernova; Texas; Remote; USD 79,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan with company contributions

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to support AC Substation systems across the United States. You will lead commissioning, perform preventative and corrective maintenance, and troubleshoot complex issues to ensure safety, reliability, and peak performance for utility and industrial clients.

You will read SLDs, supervise field activities, train junior engineers, and act as a on-site EHS leader, with a heavy travel schedule (75%) and requirement for US work authorization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years field experience in electrical power systems.
• English language required.
• Willingness to travel 75%.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Experience with high‑voltage substations and GIS is desirable.
• Ability to lead field teams and interface with customers.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning & Start-up: Execute electrical and mechanical pre‑commissioning tests on auxiliary systems, HV Breakers, HV DS and ACIS substation plants.
• Lifecycle Maintenance: Schedule preventative and corrective maintenance; perform detailed inspections.
• Troubleshooting & Resolution: Primary on‑site troubleshooting; document RCA and implement solutions.
• Participate in 24/7 Support hotline on rotation.
• Read and interpret SLDs, general arrangement drawings, and procedures.
• Safety & Compliance: Lead EHS on-site; enforce LOTO and safety standards.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain site logs and write technical reports.
• Customer & Team Interface: Act as GE GSI representative; collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Training & Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Field leadership

English proficiency

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Related technical discipline

Tools

GIS (Gas‑Insulated Switchgear)

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to support AC Substation systems across the United States. You will lead commissioning, perform preventative and corrective maintenance, and troubleshoot complex issues to ensure safety, reliability, and peak performance for utility and industrial clients.

You will read SLDs, supervise field activities, train junior engineers, and act as a on-site EHS leader, with a heavy travel schedule (75%) and requirement for US work authorization.