Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist Team Lead

GE Vernova

1d•$50 - $54•Remote

About The Position

GE Vernova’s Grid Systems Integration (GSI) North America group is seeking a Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist Team Lead to support the erection, commissioning, maintenance, and service of power transformer systems across North America. Reporting directly to the Field Services Team Leader for the Power Transformers (PTR) Group, this field-based role works closely with clients and engineering groups and trains and supports colleagues in PTR installation and service processes, ensuring safety and quality procedures are followed. The role coordinates technicians and equipment for transformer installation, corrective maintenance, and upgrades; leads assigned crews and subcontractors; and oversees field testing and commissioning. The position requires regional and national travel, with travel of up to 80%. Long-term project rotations may involve four weeks on site followed by one week working at home. Typical on-site work may be 12-hour days, up to six days per week, and emergency call-outs may be required to support customers’ year-round, 24/7 production needs. The position may be based anywhere in North America, with dispatch to project sites, or assigned to or based out of the Humble/Houston, Texas service center. For U.S.-based candidates, the stated pay range is $50.00–$54.00, with guaranteed base salary compensation, overtime eligibility, per diem, and project-specific stipends. GE Vernova states that the position is remote. Relocation assistance is not provided. The application deadline is December 31, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, specializing in power transformers or HV/MV apparatus, or a high school diploma with at least 10 years of PTR installation and repair experience.
At least 10 years of field experience with mechanical and/or electrical work related to power transformers or other electrical Balance of Plant (eBOP) equipment, such as high-voltage breakers, switchgear, and associated devices.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience in a high-pressure, changing work environment with direct customer contact.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Site management and field service experience.
Ability to understand electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.
Experience with resource scheduling and forecasting required activities.
Ability to forecast equipment requirements for job-specific execution.
CDL license, or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Coordinate PTR service technicians and equipment for on-site transformer services, including new-unit installation, corrective maintenance, and unit upgrades.
Lead on-site resources, including assigned crew members and subcontracted services.
Conduct daily morning tailboards with crews and/or customer resources.
Conduct daily end-of-day tailboards with crews and/or customer resources.
Identify and report EHS/HSE concerns related to work activities.
Provide daily status reports detailing team activities, unit status, delays, and other critical operations related to site tasks performed by GE PTR teams.
Operate and control vacuum processing rigs and associated equipment.
Perform or oversee field testing and commissioning of associated units.
Verify that test technicians follow required commissioning standards and submit test results to engineering for review and confirmation.
Annotate and edit drawings as-built to document changes made to the OEM design.
Participate in developing and improving standard procedures related to transformer service.
Provide technical assistance in preparing and submitting technical documents.
Participate in developing inspection criteria for transformer services in collaboration with internal and external customers.
Train and support colleagues in PTR installation and service processes and procedures, ensuring safety and quality requirements are followed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity, 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.
40 hours of personal business time for new hires.
160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time, subject to state law, for new hires.
Two weeks of annual vacation, which may be prorated based on start date.
Guaranteed base salary compensation and overtime eligibility.
Daily per diem and project-specific stipends.
Professional development and competitive compensation.