Onshore Wind Engineering Technician- 2nd Shift

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. We have immediate need for Engineering Technicians for our day shift (2nd shifts available soon). In this position, The Onshore Wind Engineering Technician is a hands-on, in-person product validation role located in Schenectady, NY. The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in assembling and testing electrical and mechanical support systems for GE’s world-class 6MW+ onshore wind turbine product portfolio. Come join our Onshore Wind Team and be a part of the impactful future we are creating here at GE.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in a technical field, successful completion of a relevant trade apprenticeship, or equivalent OR HS Diploma or equivalent with 5+ years of relatable experience (IE: Electrician, professional automotive mechanic)
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with mechanical or electrical systems
• Must be eligible to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• This position is 100% onsite in Schenectady, NY at the GE Plant
• Ability to work 2nd shift 3PM to 11PM

Nice To Haves

• Strong grasp of physics, mathematics, hydraulics, computer & programming skills, six sigma methodologies, electrical & mechanical diagnostic techniques, safety, and environmental concerns.
• Proficiency in the use of computer systems and current office suite programs i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and testing of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic support systems.
• Interpret and understand schematics with a fundamental understating of circuit theory.
• Employ the use of electrical test equipment and instruments (required) (multimeter, ohm meter, TC's, etc.).
• Employ the use of hand and power tools (required) (wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of flow characterization equipment, thermocouples, pressure transducers, and data acquisition systems.
• Audit and validate data for quality and completeness.
• Direct & aid bargaining unit personnel in the running and connection of HV wires, and associated hardware.
• Utilize computer software to monitor, diagnose and repair equipment controls as necessary.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing with customer oversight for demonstration of unit functionality.
• Initiate Quality Control Reports for out of specification test results per quality plan.
• Accurately and completely document information required for the process being performed.
• Execution of methods and unit-specific customer requirements as prescribed by design engineering, management, and technical documentation.
• Ability to navigate 3D viewer software and interpret pertinent technical information to the scope of the role.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree