Power Transformers Field Specialist
About The Position
The GE Grid Solutions GSI North America group is currently seeking a Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist. Reporting directly to the ACIS Field Operations manager. The incumbent will be responsible for erection, commissioning and maintenance of PTR systems and operate support equipment. This role involves regional and national travel across North America, with long-term installation projects offering rotational schedules (four weeks on site, one week working at home). The position provides a guaranteed base salary, with eligibility for overtime and per diem. Typical on-site work involves 12-hour days, up to six days per week, and emergency call-out services may be required 24/7. The position would be assigned to or based out of the service center in the Houston Texas area.
Requirements
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.
- Minimum of 2 years of field experience with specific mechanical and/or electrical experience related to power transformers or other Electrical Balance of Plant (eBOP) equipment such as high voltage breakers, switchgear, and associated devices.
- Mechanical experience via technical training institutes and/or military services with proven field experience are encouraged to apply.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree in the Electrical / Mechanical field with specialization in Power Transformer or HV/MV apparatus or Electrical Engineering.
- Leadership experience.
- Effective communications skills.
- Customer oriented, ability to build and maintain good customer relationships.
- IT / computer Savvy, experience with multiple different software applications.
- Ability to understand electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.
- CDL license preferred, or the ability to obtain.
Responsibilities
- Perform on site transformer services covering new unit installation, corrective maintenance, and unit upgrades.
- Assist with team leader(s) on-site resources of assigned crew members and subcontracted services.
- Familiarization and application of each individual client specific process and procedures.
- Attend daily morning tailboards with the crews and/or customer resources to outline daily activities.
- Identify and report any EHS/HSE concerns with associated job scope.
- Assist with the operation and control of vacuum processing rigs and associated equipment.
- Assist and/or oversee the associated field test or commissioning of associated units.
- Participate in the development and improvement of associated standard procedures associated with transformer installation and maintenance service.
- Provide technical assistance in the preparation of submission of technical documents.
- Participate in the development of inspection criteria in collaboration with external and internal customers associated with transformer services.
- Record keeping and reporting using conventional and digital tools.
- Situational leadership, organizational skills, especially during emergencies where work can be on undefined scope.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
