Lead Field Engineer – Power

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Install and commission drive systems, power systems, automation systems, or dynamic positioning systems at client locations during the construction of ships.

• Diagnose issues during scheduled port visits or while at sea, identify solutions, and carry out corrective measures.

• Ensure the technical integrity along with the proper installation and commissioning of equipment.

• Create commissioning and maintenance protocols.

• Provide training to customers.

• Undertake on-site project management and serve in a technical leadership capacity.

• Address customer concerns and guarantee customer satisfaction.

• Recognize sales prospects for service agreements, spare parts, training, and upgrades.

• Offer on-call assistance for customer service inquiries.

• Contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the North American division.

• Assist engineering teams engaged in customer upgrade initiatives.

• Complete service reports and fulfill administrative requirements promptly.

• Conduct work aboard vessels in shipyards or offshore while adhering to GE/customer safety protocols.

• Be prepared to work extended hours or overtime during peak periods and emergencies.

• Travel domestically or internationally to customer sites for prolonged durations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant field from an accredited institution; OR an Associate's Degree or related field with at least 5 additional years of relevant industry experience; OR high school diploma/GED equivalent with at least 8 years of relevant industry experience.

• Willingness and capability to travel 85% of the time on short notice.

• Must be physically capable of boarding vessels offshore.

• Potential offshore personnel must pass Helicopter Underwater Egress Training (HUET) and an offshore survival course.

• US Person eligible to obtain security clearance for Department of Defense projects.

• Experience in a customer-facing role within a Service environment.

• Ability to undertake increasingly complex assignments that require engineering skills, creativity, and independent judgment.

• Strong computer skills and technical proficiency.

• Competence in using MS Office applications.

• Capability to work in construction-type settings and adhere to safety standards and PPE requirements.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, as necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance available.

• Adoption assistance offered.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits provided.

• Life insurance coverage.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Permissive time off policy.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.