Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform pre-commissioning, commissioning, servicing, and troubleshooting of Static Frequency Converters (SFCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), low- and medium-voltage drives, switchgear, transformers, and power systems.

• Provide technical assistance, guidance, and supervision to customers during installation, commissioning, and service activities.

• Conduct on-site analysis and interpretation of operational data and provide technical instruction to customers and site personnel.

• Provide management with accurate and timely reports regarding safety, project and service status, customer concerns, equipment issues, and failures.

• Deliver on-site guidance and training in the proper operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of assigned equipment and systems.

• Support the Quality team in conducting root cause analyses and generating reports related to equipment malfunctions and failures to identify and analyse undesirable trends.

• Complete all required site documentation, including weekly safety reports, installation checklists, pre-commissioning records, commissioning reports, and service documentation.

• Perform hands-on replacement, testing, verification, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and systems in the field.

• Adhere to company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures and work in a safe and professional manner to ensure the wellbeing of personnel and the integrity of equipment.

• Effectively interface with customers, contractors, colleagues, and management in a clear, professional, and methodical manner.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Trade-qualified Electrician or holder of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.

• Solid understanding of power electronics, electrical circuits, electrical power systems, medium-voltage equipment, and harmonic analysis, supported by strong hands-on technical skills.

• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.

• Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment, including data recorders, power analysers, oscilloscopes, insulation resistance testers, and high-potential (Hi-Pot) test equipment.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for short-duration assignments, often at short notice.

• Sound understanding of Health and Safety requirements and the hazards and risks associated with industrial electrical systems.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment and coordinate tasks with colleagues and stakeholders.

• Valid driver's licence and ability to obtain site-specific certifications and clearances as required.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and proficiency in at least one programming language.

• Experience in commissioning, servicing, or troubleshooting power conversion systems, drives, switchgear, or power generation equipment.

• Comfortable working aboard marine vessels and remaining offshore for extended periods when required.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

• Proven analytical problem-solving capability and a demonstrated ability to drive continuous quality improvement.

• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships while representing the company in a professional manner.

• Ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organisation, both internally and externally.

As GE Vernova is a global organization, working across different time zones, and monitoring, reading and responding to contact outside normal working hours can be expected.

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