Power Plant Commissioning Advisor at Construction Site

GE Vernova

5d•$87,000 - $145,000•Remote

About The Position

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy while helping customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. The Commissioning Advisor is responsible for leading the commissioning activities for Gas Power Equipment- Combined Cycle power plant, ensuring all systems are installed, tested, and operating in accordance with project specifications, safety standards, and operational requirements. This role works closely with engineering, construction, and plant operations teams to support the successful start-up, testing, and handover of plant systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
Minimum of 3 years of commissioning experience in the power generation industry.
Willingness and ability to travel at the construction site within the Americas for long-term assignments.

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership and project coordination skills at Installation/construction sites with the ability to adapt to changing project priorities and site conditions
Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
Familiarity with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations.
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced project environment.
Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Experience working in cross-functional and multicultural project teams.
Ability to adapt to changing project priorities and site conditions

Responsibilities

Develop detailed commissioning plans, schedules, and execution strategies.
Coordinate with project management, engineering, construction, and operations teams to align commissioning activities with overall project objectives.
Support the development of system turnover and start-up plans.
Lead and supervise commissioning personnel, subcontractors, and field teams.
Oversee the testing, inspection, and validation of plant systems, including gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), and auxiliary equipment.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical or operational issues encountered during commissioning and start-up.
Ensure systems are commissioned efficiently and are ready for safe and reliable operation.
Ensure commissioning procedures, test records, punch lists, and turnover documentation are completed accurately and maintained properly.
Prepare regular progress updates, reports, and technical findings for internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain clear records of system status, deficiencies, and resolutions throughout the commissioning process.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure all commissioning activities comply with health, safety, and environmental requirements.
Implement site safety protocols and participate in risk assessments, hazard reviews, and mitigation planning.
Ensure work is performed in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Serve as a key point of contact between clients, contractors, partners, and regulatory representatives during commissioning activities.
Provide technical guidance and operational support to plant operators and commissioning team members.
Foster effective communication across teams to support timely issue resolution and successful project delivery.

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