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Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
Job Description Summary
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
We are looking for a self-motivated service engineer in power electronics able to manage service contracts, site activities and to support / participate in commissioning of FACTS & HVDC equipment.
This is a key position in GEs Service organisation, you will be responsible to lead technical portion of multi-year service contracts, to support customers located in different countries and to be part of a community of experts able to support global customers on high technology equipment.
GE FACTS And HVDC Solutions Includes
* SVC, Static Var Compensation
* FSC, Fix Series Compensation
* SC, Synchronous Condenser
* STATCOM, Static Compensation
* LCC HVDC, High Voltage Direct Current
* VSC HVDC (Onshore & Offshore)
Responsibilities
Job Description
* Perform and Lead maintenance, onsite activities, technical support on FACTS or HVDC transmission systems.
* Manage preparations for site activities in coordination with end customer.
* Perform commissioning activities on FACTS or HVDC transmission systems.
* Lead technical portion on service contracts running over several years
* Attend and lead customer meetings, identify solutions that meet needs.
* Knowledge and ability to carry out FACTS projects of minor renovations / upgrades.
* Support ITO team as needed during tenders for the technical part.
* Location: Home/office based with 50-100% travel to GEV offices or substations as required.
Technical Knowledge
* Technical knowledge and site experiences on switching equipment, harmonic filters and instrumentation transformers.
* Technical knowledge and site experiences on FACTS equipment (with Thyristor and IGBT), knowledge of rotating machines is a plus.
* Technical knowledge and site experiences on commissioning of protection relays.
* Technical knowledge and site experiences on troubleshooting, with the use of network recorders and/or analysers.
* Technical Knowledge and ability to resolve incidents on site and to analyse logs and curves.
Abilities
* Good ability and culture in EHS, Ability to strictly apply EHS rules during site incident or under pressure by Customer.
* Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
* Demonstrated ability to analyse and solve problems.
* Ability to document, write reports, and plan site activities.
* Notions of project management.
* Management of on-site teams.
* Excellent customer management skills, especially on site during an incident.
* Ability to work in a team and to share knowledge and experience with colleagues: strong Team player.
* Required Qualifications:
* Engineering degree or house engineer in Power Electronics.
* Demonstrated engineering background and technical understanding of power electronics.
* Demonstrated experience in an relevant / identical position.
* In depth experience on drives or FACTS or HVDC equipment (valves + control + Protections).
* Availability to travel up to 50% (with potential 100% site assignments during training & later during short periods).
* Language and communication skills (fluent English).
* Excellent learning agility - equipment-specific training will be provided, so we need an Engineer/Technician who is ready to learn
* Existing clean UK driving license needed for all applicants.
* Home or GE office-based with travel; a company car will be provided for this purpose.
About GE Grid Solutions
At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
Why We Come To Work
At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and were always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and youll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, youll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
* This is a remote position
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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