Job Description Summary

The Service divisions of GE Grid Solutions GSI North America is currently seeking a Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist. Reporting directly to the Head of Service Power Transformers (PTR) team, the incumbent will be responsible, in collaboration with the client and the engineering group to ensure the erection, commissioning and maintenance of PTR systems and provide support equipment. It will also train and support these colleagues and the client's employees in performing this task.

Highlights on the position:

• Regional and national travel across the North America.

• Transactional service activities average 5 to 14 days.

• Long duration projects provide rotational schedules.

• Position provides a guaranteed base compensation and allows overtime and per diem.

• On-site activities are typically managed and 12hr days.

o Allowing 10hrs on site and 2hrs of travel.

• Emergency call out services may be required.

• Position would be assigned to or based out of our service center in Humble/Houston Texas area.

Job Description

About Us:

Come bring your energy to change the world

Grid Solutions, part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

GE Vernova, a dynamic accelerator comprised of our Power, Renewable Energy, Digital and Energy Financial Services businesses, is focused on leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of energy, come join us.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, we are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the green energy transition.

Essential Responsibilities

• Coordination of staff and equipment to perform on site transformer services covering new unit installation, corrective maintenance, and unit upgrades.

• Lead on-site resources of assigned crew members and subcontracted services.

• Perform daily morning tailboards with the crews and or customer resources.

• Perform daily end of day tailboards with crews and or customer resources.

• Identify and report any EHS/HSE concerns with associated works.

• Daily submission of as found and as left field report.

• Operation and control of vacuum processing rigs and associated equipment.

• Perform and or oversee the associated field test or commissioning of associated units.

• Oversight to confirm that test technicians follow required commissioning standards and submission of test results to engineering for review and confirmation.

• Annotating and editing drawings 'as built'.

• Participate in the development and improvement on associated standard procedures associated with transformer service.

• Provide technical assistance in the preparation of submission of technical documents.

• Participate in the development of inspection criteria in collaboration with external and internal customers associated with transformer services.

Required Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.

• Minimum of 10 years of field experience with specific mechanical and/or electrical experience related to power transformers or other Electrical Balance of Plant (eBOP) equipment such as high voltage breakers, switchgear, and associated devices.

• Preference for Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Transformer or HV/MV apparatus or Electrical Engineering.

• Mechanical experience via technical training institutes and or military services with proven field experience are encouraged to apply.

Desired Characteristics:

• Leadership experience.

• Effective communications skills.

• Site management and field service experience.

• Ability to understand electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.

• Resource scheduling and forecasting of required activities.

• CDL license, or the ability to obtain one

The salary range for this position is 100,100.00 - 133,400.00 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. 100,100.00 - 133,400.00 USD Annual

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No