Lead Field Service Engineer – Drives

GE Vernova

1d • $78,800 - $131,200 • Remote

About The Position

GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy company focused on electrifying and decarbonizing the world. The Power Conversion & Storage business delivers advanced power electronics, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and solar solutions. As a Lead Field Service Engineer, you will be the technical authority for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of GE’s advanced drive architectures. This role involves operating with autonomy, leading onsite projects, and providing expert troubleshooting for complex drive and control systems, ensuring customers maximize the reliability, efficiency, and lifecycle value of their GE power conversion equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline) from an accredited university with a minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in commissioning environments involving LV/MV drive and control systems.
• OR Associate’s Degree with a minimum of 7 years of relevant commissioning experience.
• OR High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 10 years of relevant commissioning experience.
• US Person with the ability to achieve and maintain security clearance for Department of Defense (DoD) projects.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 85% of the time, often on short notice.
• Must be physically fit to board vessels offshore.
• Must be able to pass Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET).

Nice To Haves

• Serves as the primary technical authority and final point of escalation for complex drive system failures, bridging the gap between field operations and design engineering to lead high-stakes troubleshooting, establish global commissioning standards, and drive systemic improvements in equipment reliability and performance.
• Proficiency in the setup and operation of industry-standard test equipment, including: Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO), 5kV/10kV Megohmmeter, Micro-Ohmmeter (Ductor), Power Quality Analyzer, Multimeters (True-RMS).
• Strong technical aptitude in utilizing MS Office and relevant diagnostic software.
• Proven ability to prioritize work efforts independently across weekly, monthly and quarterly horizons.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with internal engineering teams and external customer stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to high personal and professional ethics in a demanding construction-type work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end commissioning of advanced drive systems and power electronics, ensuring seamless integration with shipboard power management and propulsion systems.
• Perform deep-dive troubleshooting on MV/LV drive systems, rectifiers, and inverters using oscilloscopes and diagnostic software to analyze firing pulses, gate signals, and control logic.
• Validate communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, Modbus, IEC 61850) and control loop tuning (speed/torque/current) within complex multi-drive architectures.
• Perform diagnostic investigations at site locations, during scheduled port visits, or at sea, resolving technical challenges through expert-level troubleshooting.
• Partner with customers to provide training on system operations, optimization, and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Identify and promote opportunities for service, spare parts, and system upgrades (CM&U).
• Execute all tasks in accordance with defined departmental policies, GEV safety guidelines, and maritime regulatory standards (e.g., ABS, DNV, Lloyd’s, or Naval standards).
• Maintain accurate service records, technical reports, and diagnostic logs.
• Adhere strictly to maritime safety protocols, naval security regulations, and environmental health and safety (EHS) standards while working in confined shipboard environments.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• permissive time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior