NAM Commissioning Manager

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova's Onshore Wind business is rapidly expanding, and we are building a high-performing team of Lead Commissioners and Commissioning Specialists to support our growing project portfolio across North America. As part of this growth, we are seeking a qualified and committed Commissioning Manager (CM) to join our dynamic team and help lead commissioning efforts on complex wind projects.

The Commissioning Manager is a critical member of the NAM Projects Commissioning Management Team and plays a key leadership role when specialized scopes require focused oversight and execution. This role manages commissioning as a "project within the project," driving accountability, coordination, and operational excellence throughout the entire site lifecycle-from mobilization through final commissioning.

• Lead and supervise Lead Commissioners and Commissioning Specialists during both the preparation and execution phases of the project.
• Ensure commissioning tasks are carried out safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Provide on-site support and technical leadership to resolve challenges that may impact commissioning progress or safe operation.

• Collaborate with the Commissioning Operations Manager to develop commissioning plans and resource staffing aligned with the project's critical path.
• Allocate technicians and ensure resource development for all commissioning activities.
• Support technical resource planning for turbine pre-commissioning, warranty support, parts, and tool logistics.

• Ensure that commissioning scope is fully integrated into the overall project plan and aligned with contract objectives, in collaboration with the Project Manager, Site Manager, and NAM Field Operations Director.
• Work with the Center of Excellence (COE) Quality Leader and Fulfillment team to validate that quality plans meet contract requirements and are aligned with the site readiness and test plans.
• Ensure commissioning engineers and specialists have the required training, tools, and competencies to execute work safely and effectively.

• Identify and manage project-specific risks and opportunities related to the commissioning scope.
• Drive continuous improvement in commissioning processes, including cost control, scheduling, and safety.
• Ensure technical deviations are properly documented with Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and managed through standard procedures.

• Partner with engineering and methods teams to ensure compliance with technical documentation and manage change through project procedures (WDI, TIL, etc.).
• Review and refine commissioning procedures regularly with input from the Commissioning Operations Manager, Senior Commissioning Leads, and the COE.

• Promote and enforce GE Vernova's EHS standards and procedures, ensuring all commissioning work meets or exceeds safety and environmental compliance.
• Encourage team participation in safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing incidents and improving site culture.
• Train and mentor site teams on safe work practices, emergency response, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate actively in emergency response and safety drills.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or equivalent technical field (or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in wind turbine commissioning, construction, operations, or electrical/mechanical engineering roles.

• Field experience commissioning wind turbines, substations, or high-voltage equipment.
• Leadership experience, ideally leading teams in field operations or commissioning environments.
• Experience managing complex schedules, subcontractors, or multi-discipline teams on-site.
• Experience in the wind industry with a focus on power conversion systems.
• Proven experience in reporting, documentation control, and non-conformance report (NCR) management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; proficient in IT systems and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work from as-built drawings and system schematics.
• High degree of quality awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of wind turbine systems, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and SCADA systems.
• Experience in testing, troubleshooting, and energizing wind turbine systems.
• Familiarity with QA/QC procedures, test documentation, and punch list management.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and commissioning procedures.
• Solid understanding of medium- and high-voltage systems (up to 34.5kV or higher).
• Team-oriented, cooperative, and actively engaged in professional development.
• Confident and adaptable personality with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Highly flexible and motivated, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong leadership capabilities and the ability to influence and support cross-functional teams.
• Experience in wind project site construction, including oversight of subcontractor workforce.
• Ability to enforce and maintain quality assurance and environmental compliance processes.
• Knowledge of the specification, design, construction, maintenance, and commissioning of onshore wind projects.
• Familiarity with the operation of wind turbine generator (WTG) systems, including pitch systems, yaw systems, cooling circuits, and hydraulic systems.