Field Service Engineer
Job Description Summary
Alle Ressourcen und die Logistik, die erforderlich sind, um Service- und Wartungsarbeiten vor Ort/auf dem Grundstück des Kunden durchzuführen. Diese Aktivitäten tragen dazu bei, verkaufte oder vorhandene Produkte zu warten, zu reparieren und zu überholen. Beinhaltet alle Arten von Wartungsdiensten (vorbeugende und reparierende), die Verwaltung von Wartungseinrichtungen und das Außendienst-Engineering. Verantwortlich für die Qualität der eigenen Arbeit.Unterliegt der direkten Betriebsaufsicht/vorgeschriebenen Arbeitsanweisungen/Systemprüfungen.Arbeitet in einem genau definierten betrieblichen Framework.Es gibt im Allgemeinen eine schrittweise Abfolge von operativen Standardaufgaben, die befolgt werden müssen, um ein Endergebnis zu erzielen.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to support the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of large power capacity motors and generators at customer sites. This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment reliability, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction across onshore and offshore locations.
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You will act as the primary technical interface with customers, delivering high-quality field services in accordance with GE Vernova standards, while maintaining the highest levels of safety, quality, and professionalism. The role involves extensive travel (over 90%), both domestically and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
Customer & Field Service Execution
- Serve as the main on-site technical point of contact for customers
- Deliver maintenance, repair, refurbishment, commissioning, and troubleshooting services
- Build strong customer relationships and handle technical discussions at peer and senior management levels
Equipment Coverage
- Large power motors and generators (1 MW to 50 MW)
- Induction Motors
- Synchronous Motors
- Turbine Generators
Commissioning & Site Services
- Pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including setup, testing, and performance verification
- Field troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, and corrective actions
- Service overhauls and major maintenance interventions
Testing & Inspection
- Electrical testing: insulation resistance, polarization index, winding resistance, and related diagnostics
- On-site parts replacement, testing, and validation
Problem Solving & Technical Leadership
- Identify technical issues and perform root cause analysis
- Propose and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Provide on-site technical guidance, supervision, and customer training
Service Readiness & Coordination
- Prepare material and tooling lists for service execution
- Ensure availability and quality of parts and equipment
- Coordinate with internal teams including engineering, quality, and sales
Documentation & Reporting
- Accurately document all site activities and service reports
- Complete safety updates, installation checklists, and commissioning documentation
- Support quality teams with failure analysis and trend identification
- Provide timely reporting to management on safety, project status, and technical risks
- Act as technical authority supporting bids, proposals, and service opportunities
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Execute all work in strict compliance with EHS policies and site-specific safety rules
- Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset
- Ensure personal accountability for quality of work and operational excellence
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- Proven hands-on experience with motors and generators, preferably in field service environments
- Strong knowledge of rotating equipment diagnostics and maintenance practices
- Proficiency with service management systems, digital tools, and reporting platforms
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively (90%+), including offshore and marine environments
- Comfortable working aboard vessels and remaining offshore for defined durations
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong customer engagement and communication abilities
- Ability to work independently within defined operational frameworks
- Capable of making sound technical decisions in moderately complex scenarios
- High level of professionalism, ethics, and accountability
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.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
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