Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GE Vernova is a global organization specializing in energy solutions, and they are seeking a Field Service Engineer to execute on-site installation, maintenance, and repair activities for rotating equipment. The role involves ensuring optimal equipment performance while adhering to safety and quality standards, requiring a high level of travel and customer interaction.
Responsibilities
- Perform installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, maintenance, and overhaul of rotating equipment
- Execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities in line with company standards and procedures
- Conduct on-site inspections, diagnostics, and troubleshooting to resolve technical issues efficiently
- Carry out dismantling, inspection, repair, and reassembly of motors and generators
- Work on large-capacity rotating equipment (1 MW to 50 MW), including: Induction Motors, Synchronous Motors, Turbine Generators
- Perform and interpret: Alignment and soft foot corrections, Bearing inspections (anti-friction and sleeve), Vibration analysis and in-situ balancing, Rotor runout checks, Electrical testing (IR, PI, winding resistance, etc.)
- Maintain and troubleshoot auxiliary systems such as: Lubrication and rotor jacking systems, Heat exchangers, Instrumentation (RTDs, space heaters, etc.)
- Act as the primary on-site contact for customers during service activities
- Provide technical guidance, training, and operational support to customers
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships through professional communication
- Address customer concerns and provide performance improvement recommendations
- Prepare job plans, material lists, and ensure availability of tools and spare parts
- Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and site stakeholders to ensure smooth execution
- Support outage planning and execution schedules
- Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on equipment failures
- Recommend and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Identify recurring issues and contribute to reliability improvements
- Maintain accurate service records, reports, and technical documentation
- Complete commissioning reports, inspection checklists, and safety documentation
- Provide timely updates to management on project status, risks, and issues
- Support technical inputs for proposals, bids, and service improvements
- Strictly adhere to company and customer EHS policies and procedures
- Ensure all work is performed safely without compromising personnel or equipment
- Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- Proven experience in field service engineering, preferably with rotating equipment (motors and generators)
- Hands-on experience in installation, commissioning, and maintenance of large electrical machines
- Strong knowledge of motors, generators, and associated auxiliary systems
- Proficiency in electrical testing and diagnostic tools
- Experience with vibration analysis, alignment, and condition monitoring techniques
- Familiarity with service management systems and digital reporting tools
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and customer-facing abilities
- Ability to work independently in remote and challenging environments
- Good planning, organizational, and reporting skills
- Willingness to travel extensively (90%+), including short-notice assignments
- Ability to work offshore and on marine vessels for extended durations
- Flexibility to work across domestic and international locations
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