Lead Commissioning Specialist

GE Vernova

Lead Controls Field Engineer commissioning and troubleshooting turbine control systems for GE Vernova, which electrifies and decarbonizes energy infrastructure. Frequent global and offshore field assignments.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing controls and instrumentation activities, including installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of GE Controls systems. Proficient in providing technical direction, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, and delivering customer training.

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GE Controls Systems ExpertisePLC Ladder Logic TroubleshootingField Instrumentation KnowledgeFluent in English and ArabicBachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

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Hard Skills

Controls Systems ManagementInstallation and CommissioningTroubleshooting and DiagnosticsSoftware Sequencing ModificationsTechnical Drawing InterpretationField Tools ProficiencyGas and Steam Turbine Systems SetupControl Panels KnowledgeAnalytical Problem-SolvingSuccessful Installations and Outages

Soft Skills

Excellent Written and Oral CommunicationAbility to Work Under PressureOwnership of Onsite ActivitiesCustomer Satisfaction FocusTeam Coordination

Tools & Technologies

Mark VMark VIMark VIeCimplicityHMIsEX2100eP&IDsWiring Diagrams

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s LicenseValid Passport

Industry Keywords

Controls and InstrumentationEnvironmental Health and Safety ComplianceField Service ReportingTechnical ConsultationOutage Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage controls and instrumentation activities on-site during installation, commissioning, and maintenance of upgrade projects or new installations
Oversee installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and diagnostics for controls systems including Mark V, Mark VI, Mark VIe, Cimplicity, and HMIs
Provide customers with technical direction and support on OEM packaged products
Troubleshoot PLC ladder logic, software documentation, control solutions hardware, and software installations
Implement control constant modifications and modify software sequencing
Set up and modify hardware/software associated with gas and steam turbine systems
Prepare field service jobs and coordinate with project/service managers
Provide training to customer employees
Supervise cable laying, insulation resistance testing, and connections
Maintain accurate timesheets and obtain customer signatures
Prepare field service reports within one week of job completion
Provide timely and accurate internal and external reports
Ensure contractual obligations are met and attend technical meetings with customers
Ensure field activities comply with environmental, health, and safety guidelines and procedures
Provide expert consultation on complex projects
Complete pre-outage and installation planning
Frequently travel, work offshore, and work in restricted countries
Support business growth initiatives and drive customer satisfaction through quality
Report job progress daily or weekly to clients, plant or utility owners, and construction firms as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a relevant discipline from an accredited university or related field
Advanced years of experience with GE Controls systems, including Mark V, Mark VI, or Mark VIe
Strong knowledge of turbines, generators, control panels, PLCs, and field instrumentation
Hands-on experience with field tools and reading technical drawings, including P&IDs and wiring diagrams
Fluent in English and Arabic
Valid driver’s license and passport
Willingness to travel frequently, 75%, and work offshore or overtime as required
Knowledge of EX2100e considered an added advantage
Knowledge and skill to support outages and seek answers to arising questions
Excellent written and oral communication skills for conveying technical concepts
Ability to work under pressure and take ownership of onsite activities
Willingness to travel in-country and worldwide and work overtime
Experience with successful installations and outages
Familiarity with instruments, controls, PLCs, computer network systems, and switches
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance Provided: No