Senior Power Transformer Field Specialist

GE Vernova

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

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $32 - $42 per hourWebsite

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 mechanical and electrical knowledge, effective communication skills, and the ability to support emergency production requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Transformer InstallationField Testing and CommissioningElectrical Schematics UnderstandingLeadership ExperienceEHS/HSE Compliance

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Hard Skills

Mechanical ExperienceElectrical ExperiencePower Transformer KnowledgeHV/MV Apparatus SpecializationTechnical Document PreparationInspection Criteria DevelopmentVacuum Processing Rig OperationField ExperienceTechnical TrainingElectrical Balance of Plant (eBOP) Equipment

Soft Skills

Effective Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Software ApplicationsVacuum Processing Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma / GEDCDL License (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

EHS/HSE StandardsTransformer ServicesField ExperienceElectrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma / GED
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
Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time
Associate’s degree in Electrical / Mechanical field with specialization in Power Transformer or HV/MV apparatus or Electrical Engineering preferred
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 plus eligibility for overtime and per diem
Professional development opportunities
Challenging careers
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) 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
160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law)
Two weeks of annual vacation