Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist

GE Vernova

Senior field specialist installing, testing, and maintaining power transformers for GE Vernova, which electrifies the world and helps decarbonize energy. Traveling to customer sites, commissioning equipment, supporting crews, and improving transformer-service procedures across North America.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $38 - $42 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transformer installation, maintenance, and commissioning, with a strong focus on safety and compliance. Proficient in electrical schematics and technical documentation, with effective communication and leadership skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Transformer InstallationField Experience with Power TransformersHigh-Voltage Breakers and SwitchgearEffective Communication SkillsCDL License

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Hard Skills

Transformer MaintenanceElectrical Schematics UnderstandingField Testing and CommissioningTechnical Document PreparationMechanical and Electrical Experience

Soft Skills

Leadership ExperienceEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Vacuum Processing RigsSupport Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

CDL LicenseAssociate’s Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Field

Industry Keywords

EHS/HSE ConcernsPower Transformer SystemsEBOP EquipmentInspection Criteria Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform on-site transformer services covering 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
Collaborate with clients and the GE engineering group to ensure erection, commissioning, and maintenance of power-transformer systems
Operate support equipment and provide emergency call-out support for customers' year-round 24x7 production requirements

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 eBOP equipment
Experience with high-voltage breakers, switchgear, and associated devices is applicable
Associate’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical field with Power Transformer or HV/MV apparatus specialization preferred
Mechanical experience through technical training institutes and/or military service with proven field experience encouraged
Leadership experience desired
Effective communication skills
IT/computer savvy with experience using multiple software applications
Ability to understand electrical schematics and one-line diagrams
CDL license preferred, or ability to obtain
Must be 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
Performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity eligibility
Professional development
Healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
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
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 for new hires, subject to state law
Two weeks of annual vacation, which may be pro-rated based on start date