GE Vernova

Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist 1

GE Vernova$99K — $108K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.
  • Minimum 2 years of field experience with power transformers or eBOP equipment.
  • Prefer associate's degree in Electrical/Mechanical field or Electrical Engineering.
  • Military training or technical institute mechanical experience encouraged.
  • Ability to understand electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • Perform on-site transformer services including installation and maintenance.
  • Assist team leaders in managing on-site crew and subcontractors.
  • Conduct daily morning briefings to outline site activities.
  • Report any EHS/HSE concerns related to job scope.
  • Help operate vacuum processing rigs and associated equipment.
  • Assist in field testing and commissioning of transformer units.
  • Participate in developing standard operating procedures for transformer services.

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.
  • Access to 24/7 Health Coach and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance.
  • Paid parental leave and disability benefits.
  • Life insurance and 12 paid holidays.
  • 40 hours of personal business time and 160 hours of personal illness time.
  • Two weeks of annual vacation.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
The GE Grid Solutions GSI North America group is currently seeking a Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist 1. Reporting directly to the Field Services Team Leader for the Power Transformers (PTR) Group, the incumbent will be responsible, in collaboration with the client and the GE engineering group to ensure the erection, commissioning and maintenance of PTR systems and operate support equipment.

Highlights on the position:
• Regional and national travel across the North America.
• Long term installation projects which provide rotational schedules with four weeks on site and one week working at home throughout project life cycle.
• Position provides a guaranteed base salary compensation plus eligibility for overtime and per diem.
• Typical On-site work activities are 12-hour days, up to six days per week.
• Emergency call out services may be required to support our customers year-round 24x7 production requirements.
• Position would be assigned to or based out of our service center in Humble/Houston Texas area.
Essential Responsibilities
• Perform on site transformer services covering new unit installation, corrective maintenance, and unit upgrades.
• Assist with team leader(s) on-site resources of assigned crew members and subcontracted services.
• Attend daily morning tailboards with the crews and or customer resources to outline daily activities.
• Identify and report any EHS/HSE concerns with associated job scope.
• Assist with the operation and control of vacuum processing rigs and associated equipment.
• Assist and or oversee the associated field test or commissioning of associated units.
• Participate in the development and improvement of associated standard procedures associated with transformer installation and maintenance service.
• Provide technical assistance in the preparation of submission of technical documents.
• Participate in the development of inspection criteria in collaboration with external and internal customers associated with transformer services.

Job Description

Required Qualifications
  • 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 such as high voltage breakers, switchgear, and associated devices.
  • Preference for associate's degree in the Electrical / Mechanical field with specialization in Power Transformer or HV/MV apparatus or Electrical Engineering.
  • Mechanical experience via technical training institutes and or military services with proven field experience are encouraged to apply.


Desired Characteristics:
  • Leadership experience.
  • Effective communications skills.
  • IT / computer Savvy, experience with multiple different software applications.
  • Ability to understand electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.
  • CDL license preferred, or the ability to obtain


The hourly pay range for this position ranges from $48.00-$52.00/hour depending on experience, qualifications, and position level (Tech I or Tech II) The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 15, 2026.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also receive 40 hours of personal business time, 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law), and two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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