GIS / DT Field Service Technician

GE Vernova

10d•$36 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

GE Vernova is experiencing hypergrowth and is scaling up its teams to advance the industry. The Power Transmission NAM Service (business lines) in Charleroi, PA, USA, focuses on delivering innovative products and solutions for efficient electrical energy transfer. This site serves as a hub for the service of metal-encapsulated, gas-insulated high-voltage switchgears and their components. This role is a significant opportunity to be part of the energy transition in North America, managing large, complex projects with international teams. The position requires 85% on-site work at projects and customer locations, involving hands-on GIS installation and team leadership.

Requirements

Work is primarily in the US and candidate must be eligible to travel to EU and Canada for trainings
Electro mechanic or similar technical training
Preferred experience in installation, testing, troubleshooting & repair of mechanical assemblies and electrical control circuits
Capability and flexibility to work at remote sites (domestically and internationally as required) in adverse weather conditions
Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and resolve customer issues
Associate’s degree in electrical and or mechanical Technology or a highly related field
Minimum of 2 years of experience manufacturing (preference given to field experience)
Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings
Ability and willingness to travel up to 85% of the time within the US and abroad via air travel and car
Negotiation and Leadership Skills
Fluent English

Responsibilities

Hands-on installation activities, as well as leading primary and secondary GIS installation for GE Vernova projects
Read and understand technical drawings; able to follow and amend standard work procedures for Gas Insulated Switchgear installation
Basic knowledge in Local Control Cubicles (LCC)
Supervise manpower, equipment, and tools on construction site
Proficient operation and use of tools and equipment (electrical, mechanical and testing)
Comply with company values, internal environmental, health and safety regulations (EHS), and relevant organizational processes of the management system
Handover of the installed Gas Insulated Substation (GIS) to the client
Communication with GE Vernova’s Project Manager, Quality Dept, Technical Support team, Client and Contractor during the installation
Weekly reporting to site coordinator and project manager about progress and status
Support Dead Tank Circuit Breakers and other GE Vernova Products