Power Transformers Senior Field Specialist

About the job

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. It should also be available 24/24 for support in case of emergency. 

Job Description

About Us

Grid Solutions, a GE Renewable Energy business, serves customers globally with over 12,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems, andservices to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We are focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. For more about GE’s Grid Solutions, visit https://www.gegridsolutions.com.

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

• Resource planning, equipment and time for commissioning, repair or maintenance expertise.
• Perform Erection supervision of Power Transformers
• Run Oil Treatment unit
• Manage Workers customer and / or switch on the site.
• Perform commissioning tests
• Prepare progress reports, test results, non-compliance report
• Annotating and editing drawings ‘as built’.
• Participate in the drafting of technical procedures.
• Submit to external customers and internal technical documentation necessary for operation and maintenance of equipment. Provide information supplements as needed.
• Provide technical assistance in the preparation of submission.
• Participate in the development of inspection criteria in collaboration with customers and engineering team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Transformer or HV/MV apparatus or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of field experience in Power Transformers
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time

Desired Characteristics

• Have good ability to interact and communicate with clients and workers
• Advanced knowledge of electrical and electronic testing equipment’s
• Experience in innovative Service environment.
• Knowledge of design software (understand Single Line Diagram and electrical schematics), knowledge of office software (MS Office Suite)
• Ensure management quality with the goal of enhancing the company’s image.
• Excellent net-worker, team player and manager. Good communication skills.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer . 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

• This is a remote position