Technical Field Advisor (TFA) Steam Turbine & Generator
About The Position
GE Vernova is committed to addressing the climate crisis by electrifying the world and helping to decarbonize it. The Technical Field Advisor (TFA) provides on-site technical direction for customer-owned utility and industrial power plants' Steam Turbine Generator Systems. This role involves reviewing plant engineering documents, troubleshooting systems and equipment, and managing resources (labor, tools, materials) to meet contractual requirements. The primary responsibility is the safe management of maintenance and repair for power generation equipment. The position is remote within the U.S. with 80% travel expected, primarily in the U.S. and Canada, but may include international travel. Continuous employment is contingent upon successful completion of formal training provided by General Electric. Offers may be made at varying seniority levels based on qualifications and experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited College or University with 3+ years of relevant experience in Power Plant Maintenance, Turbine Maintenance, or Power Plant Equipment Installation or Commissioning; or, High School Diploma with 7+ years of relevant experience.
- Ability to travel 80% annually to and from projects and various field assignments as required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport.
- Successful completion of required training programs is a minimum requirement.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience to actively support an outage and be aware of where to seek answers to questions as they arise.
- Ability and commitment to excellent customer service both with external and internal stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experienced with successful installations and outages.
- Experience and training on GE, Alstom, Siemens or other OEM equipment is preferred.
- Extensive Field Engineering Services experience is required.
- Pipe fitting and tubing experience.
- Fluent in English language.
- Very Good project management skills.
- Very Good oral and written communication skills.
- Very Good interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Very Good business acumen and ability to sell GE Vernova products to the customer.
- Ability to travel to support customers inside and outside the U.S.A.
Responsibilities
- Perform on-site installation of systems and equipment and ongoing preventive maintenance, repair, and calibration after installation.
- Lead outage crew including but not limited to crafts, union technicians, and onsite services teams.
- 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.
- Drive customer satisfaction through commitment to quality.
- Maintain strong safety mindset to assure the executed work reflects the technical requirements within GE Vernova safety standards.
- 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 walk-downs during installation to ensure that the customer’s contractors are working properly.
- Perform aftermarket upgrades that need to be performed at the site level.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
