Boiler Service Engineer

GE Vernova

Field Service Engineer maintaining steam boilers and auxiliary systems for GE Vernova’s energy business. Traveling to customer sites for inspections, repairs, testing, commissioning, and technical reporting.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $78,800 - $131,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the maintenance and operations of steam power boilers and associated equipment, with strong technical writing and customer service skills. Capable of adapting to varying conditions while ensuring quality and efficiency in service delivery.

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Steam Power Boiler MaintenanceTechnical Writing SkillsCustomer ServiceMechanical AptitudeEngineering Degree

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Hard Skills

Preventative MaintenanceTroubleshootingRepairsPerformance TestingCommissioningFossil-Fired Steam Generator SystemsAuxiliary EquipmentEnvironmental Control SystemsTechnical ConsultationField Service Assignments

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Power Plant TechnologyIndustrial EnvironmentsRemote AreasLogistics Problem SolvingCustomer Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform preventative maintenance, installations, troubleshooting, and repairs on customers’ steam power boilers and associated equipment
Visit customer sites to resolve issues and provide service
Service steam boilers, auxiliary equipment, and environmental control systems
Adapt field service assignments to varying customer-facility conditions while meeting quality and budget requirements
Provide advice and guidance on commissioning, operation, maintenance, efficiency, and reliability of fossil-fired steam generator equipment and systems
Conduct and manage inspections, performance testing, and projects
Write detailed technical reports and develop customer recommendations
Provide maintenance and operations consultation
Act as the company representative in resolving and reporting complex technical and logistics problems
Maintain customer relations and protect GE Steam Power’s interests
Carry out engineering site assignments from the Area Service Manager
Support customer expectations and the Technical Services team’s reputation
Develop technical capabilities and maintain Technical Services expertise and competencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or Associate’s Degree in Power Plant Technology, or related field experience up to 5 years maintaining and servicing steam generating equipment
Must be authorized to live and work in the U.S.
Ability to travel 75-80% with air and ground travel on short notice
Hands-on mechanical aptitude
Ability to work with people
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Strong technical writing skills
Ability to work independently and in teams
Ability to adapt to revised priorities, unforeseen problems, tight schedules, demanding conditions, extensive travel, and uncertain schedules
Ability to work in industrial environments, remote areas, or international locations
Technical competency in maintenance and operations of boilers, pulverizers, and auxiliary components
Ability to perform climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, kneeling, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing and pulling
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., grasp, perform repetitive motion, and work in confined spaces including through an 18-inch-diameter hole
Close visual acuity
Ability to work inside and outside in varying weather and high noise levels
Ability to wear a respirator
Expected to be on call and available
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive (AIP) bonus of 10%
Geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
On-the-job learning and development
Professional development
Competitive compensation