Lead Field Service Engineer – Drives

GE Vernova

. Lead end-to-end commissioning of advanced drive systems and power electronics .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $78,800 - $131,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commissioning advanced drive systems and power electronics, with a strong focus on troubleshooting, integration, and compliance with maritime safety and regulatory standards. Proficient in customer training and technical authority roles, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability.

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Commissioning Of LV/MV Drive SystemsTroubleshooting With OscilloscopesProficiency In Profibus And ModbusBachelor’s Degree In Electrical EngineeringUS Person With Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Commissioning Of Drive SystemsTroubleshooting MV/LV Drive SystemsAnalyzing Firing PulsesTuning Control LoopsOperating Digital Storage OscilloscopesUsing Diagnostic SoftwareValidating Communication ProtocolsMaintaining Technical ReportsExecuting Work According To Safety GuidelinesIdentifying System Upgrade Opportunities

Soft Skills

Excellent Interpersonal CommunicationHigh Personal And Professional EthicsAbility To Prioritize Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Digital Storage Oscilloscopes5kV/10kV MegohmmetersMicro-OhmmetersPower Quality AnalyzersTrue-RMS MultimetersMS Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Offshore Safety Induction And Emergency Training (BOSIET)

Industry Keywords

Maritime Safety StandardsNaval SecurityEnvironmental Health And SafetyDepartment Of Defense (DoD) ProjectsMulti-Drive Architectures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end commissioning of advanced drive systems and power electronics
Ensure integration with shipboard power management and propulsion systems
Troubleshoot MV/LV drive systems, rectifiers, and inverters using oscilloscopes and diagnostic software
Analyze firing pulses, gate signals, and control logic
Validate Profibus, Modbus, and IEC 61850 communication protocols
Tune speed, torque, and current control loops within multi-drive architectures
Investigate and resolve technical issues at sites, during port visits, and at sea
Provide customer training on system operations, optimization, and preventative maintenance
Identify opportunities for service, spare parts, and system upgrades
Execute work according to departmental policies, safety guidelines, and maritime regulatory standards
Maintain service records, technical reports, and diagnostic logs
Adhere to maritime safety, naval security, environmental health, and safety standards
Serve as the primary technical authority and final escalation point for complex drive system failures
Lead high-stakes troubleshooting and establish global commissioning standards
Drive systemic improvements in equipment reliability and performance
Interact with internal engineering teams and external customer stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university and a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in commissioning environments involving LV/MV drive and control systems; OR Associate’s Degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant commissioning experience; OR High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 10 years of relevant commissioning experience
US Person with the ability to achieve and maintain security clearance for Department of Defense (DoD) projects
Ability and willingness to travel up to 85% of the time, often on short notice
Physically fit to board vessels offshore
Must be able to pass Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET)
Proficiency in setting up and operating digital storage oscilloscopes, 5kV/10kV megohmmeters, micro-ohmmeters, power quality analyzers, and True-RMS multimeters
Strong technical aptitude with MS Office and relevant diagnostic software
Ability to prioritize work independently across weekly, monthly, and quarterly horizons
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
High personal and professional ethics
Ability to work in wet/humid conditions, around moving mechanical parts, extreme temperatures, electrical shock hazards, slips/falls, and excessive noise; PPE required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development
Competitive compensation
Remote position
Relocation assistance not provided