Entry Level Technical Field Advisor (TFA) Steam Turbine

GE Vernova

1d•$70,000 - $75,000•Remote

About The Position

GE Vernova is committed to addressing the climate crisis and electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. The Technical Field Advisor (TFA) provides on-site technical direction to customer-owned utility and industrial power plants for their Steam Turbine Generator System(s). The TFA is responsible for reviewing plant engineering documents and P&ID’s, troubleshooting of plant systems and equipment, planning, organizing, integrating and direction of resources such as labor, tools and materials as required to complete the work scope according to contractual requirements. The primary responsibility of the TFA is to safely manage the maintenance and repair of the various equipment used in power generation applications. This position is available remotely within the U.S. and requires 80% travel annually, primarily within the U.S. and Canada, but may include international travel. Continuous employment is dependent on successful completion of formal training provided by General Electric. Candidates may receive offers of employment at varying levels of seniority based on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university with a 3.0 or higher GPA; or a High School Diploma / GED with 4+ years of experience in a Field Services or power generation equipment maintenance role.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on customer sites.
Technically oriented, fast-learner, self-starter (need people who need little direction, willing to do self-study, self-directed)
Solid understanding of Steam Turbine Operation and Controlling Parameters OR Steam Boiler Operational Principals
Strong technical skill in reading and interpreting electrical/mechanical flow and instrument diagrams dial and laser alignment and thermal growth equipment.

Responsibilities

Manage, perform, coordinate, and/or monitor Steam Power site activities.
Perform on-site installation of systems and equipment and ongoing preventive maintenance, repair, and calibration after installation.
Respond to requests for emergency repairs and services to troublesome equipment.
Provide technical instruction and assistance to customer representatives regarding installation, operation, calibration, repair, and maintenance at customer's sites.
Perform administrative functions such as: writing technical reports, ordering materials, securing quotations, preparing job status reports, reports to customers, time sheet and expense sheets on a complete timely, and thorough basis.
Signs off on all changes implemented.
Knowledge to troubleshoot and provide routine maintenance checkout for wide range of equipment vintage.
Prepare timely and accurate technical reports for customer records and a reference for future outages.
Ensure all parts needed for the job are shipped to the site.
Perform aftermarket upgrades that need to be performed at the site level.
Supervise critical tasks when these activities are performed by third parties (as measuring, dimensional checks, other considered by the management).

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
12 paid holidays
40 hours of personal business time
160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law)
Two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)