Senior Power Transformer Field Specialist

GE Vernova

. Perform on-site transformer services, including new unit installation, corrective maintenance, and unit upgrades .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transformer services, including installation, maintenance, and field testing, while ensuring compliance with EHS/HSE standards. Possesses strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage on-site resources and customer interactions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Transformer InstallationField Experience with Electrical EquipmentEHS/HSE ComplianceLeadership ExperienceEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Mechanical ExperienceElectrical Schematics UnderstandingField TestingTechnical Document PreparationVacuum Processing Rig Operation

Soft Skills

LeadershipEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Software ApplicationsOne-Line Diagrams

Certifications & Qualifications

CDL License

Industry Keywords

Power TransformersElectrical Balance of Plant (eBOP)Emergency Call-Out ServicesStandard Procedures Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform on-site transformer services, including new unit installation, corrective maintenance, and unit upgrades
Assist team leaders with on-site resources, assigned crew members, and subcontracted services
Attend daily morning tailboards with crews and/or customer resources to outline daily activities
Identify and report EHS/HSE concerns associated with job scope
Assist with operation and control of vacuum processing rigs and associated equipment
Assist with or oversee field testing or commissioning of associated units
Participate in developing and improving standard procedures for transformer installation and maintenance services
Provide technical assistance in preparing and submitting technical documents
Participate in developing inspection criteria with external and internal customers for transformer services
Support customers’ year-round, 24x7 production requirements through emergency call-out services when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time
Minimum of 2 years of field experience with specific mechanical and/or electrical experience related to power transformers or other Electrical Balance of Plant (eBOP) equipment
Mechanical experience via technical training institutes and/or military services with proven field experience encouraged
Leadership experience
Effective communication skills
IT/computer savvy and experience with multiple software applications
Ability to understand electrical schematics and one-line diagrams
CDL license preferred, or ability to obtain
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Guaranteed base salary compensation
Eligibility for overtime
Per diem
Professional development opportunities
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
24/7 access to Health Coach
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 and company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
40 hours of personal business time for new hires
160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time, subject to state law
Two weeks of annual vacation, which may be prorated based on start date
Rotational schedule with four weeks on site and one week working at home throughout the project life cycle