Senior Lead Installation Specialist

GE Vernova•Abilene, TX

6d•$43 - $63•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Lead Installation Specialist is a critical technical and operational leader within the wind installation organization, responsible for driving safe, high-quality, and consistent installation execution across field teams. Reporting to the NAM Installation Manager, this role provides advanced technical support, leadership, and training oversight for new unit installation and Repower projects. This position plays a key role in standardizing installation practices across the fleet, ensuring field teams are aligned to consistent methods, expectations, and technical requirements. A major focus of the role is maintaining and strengthening training consistency for installation personnel, with priorities centered on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The Senior Lead Installation Specialist serves as a subject matter expert, mentor, and cross-functional partner to improve field execution, support continuous improvement, and enable successful project outcomes.

Requirements

High school diploma / GED
Minimum of 6 years experience in wind construction projects
Minimum of 3 years in a functional lead role.
Advanced knowledge of wind turbine installation practices, including mechanical and electrical scopes.
Strong field experience supporting installation projects, including new unit and Repower execution.
Demonstrated ability to lead training, mentor field leaders, and drive standardization across multiple teams or projects.
Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, project management, quality, and field operations teams.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Proven commitment to safe work practices and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Serve as a subject matter expert in wind turbine installation, mechanical and electrical installation practices, technical issue explanation and resolution, and Installation red flag review programs.
Provide technical installation leadership and support for new unit and Repower projects.
Provide installation technical support across the full fleet of installation projects by guiding Installation Leads, Site Managers, and Project Managers on installation-related matters.
Oversee end-to-end generator rebuild processes in the field, ensuring technical integrity and adherence to engineering specifications for all electrical work and critical measurements.
Provide technical leadership and support for rebuild projects, ensuring all activities align with project timelines and quality standards.
Manage contractor crews and labor allocation to ensure operational pace meets project milestones.
Coordinate project logistics, including equipment mobilization and the transport of components between field sites and repair shops.
Manage the requisition process for contractors, heavy equipment (cranes, forklifts, trucking), and external generator services.
Facilitate the creation of parts lists, ensuring long-lead items are ordered 6–12 months in advance and sourcing local support for unexpected material needs.
Ensure the completeness and accuracy of project documentation.
Oversee the tracking of assets to/from the site, including the implementation of GE ID tagging, and maintain comprehensive records of rebuilds and electrical testing within project management systems (e.g., Box, iAuditor).
Continuously update technical documentation and iAuditor workflows as new processes are identified to drive repeatability and operational excellence.
Ensure all shop environments are established in full compliance with safety protocols, including the provision of required signage, first aid resources, and the proactive resolution of site-specific safety concerns.
Manage multiple concurrent projects, maintaining 24/7 operational readiness where required and serving as the primary point of contact for the duration of the project.
Maintain consistent installation training practices across field teams to ensure alignment with company expectations and field execution standards.
Prioritize training and field support around the core operational pillars of safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Mentor and train Installation Leads as required to strengthen technical capability and execution consistency.
Support updates to installation technical training materials and programs.
Share installation processes and best practices related to established expectations and requirements.
Drive lessons learned across the installation organization to improve repeatability, reduce cost of quality, and strengthen field performance.
Support implementation of digitally enabled technicians.
Drive lean initiatives within the installation scope.
Drive EHS and Safety initiatives within the installation scope.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by participating in root cause analysis activities in partnership with engineering.
Support and consult with new product installation and engineering teams on new product design initiatives.
Collaborate with documentation team to develop and revise technical installation documentation on an ongoing basis.
Organize and chair Pre-Installation Meetings.
Drive submission and resolution of installation Service Now cases.
Review unit bill of materials with project engineering and sourcing for complex configuration projects.
Review project installation document folders.
Provide consultation on installation cost-out activities.
Serve as a consultant to the Installation Tooling Engineering team.

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
two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)