Field Service Engineer - Rotating Equipment

Summary

GE Vernova is a global organization specializing in energy solutions, and they are seeking a Field Service Engineer to execute on-site installation, maintenance, and repair activities for rotating equipment. The role involves ensuring optimal equipment performance while adhering to safety and quality standards, requiring a high level of travel and customer interaction.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, maintenance, and overhaul of rotating equipment
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities in line with company standards and procedures
• Conduct on-site inspections, diagnostics, and troubleshooting to resolve technical issues efficiently
• Carry out dismantling, inspection, repair, and reassembly of motors and generators
• Work on large-capacity rotating equipment (1 MW to 50 MW), including: Induction Motors, Synchronous Motors, Turbine Generators
• Perform and interpret: Alignment and soft foot corrections, Bearing inspections (anti-friction and sleeve), Vibration analysis and in-situ balancing, Rotor runout checks, Electrical testing (IR, PI, winding resistance, etc.)
• Maintain and troubleshoot auxiliary systems such as: Lubrication and rotor jacking systems, Heat exchangers, Instrumentation (RTDs, space heaters, etc.)
• Act as the primary on-site contact for customers during service activities
• Provide technical guidance, training, and operational support to customers
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through professional communication
• Address customer concerns and provide performance improvement recommendations
• Prepare job plans, material lists, and ensure availability of tools and spare parts
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and site stakeholders to ensure smooth execution
• Support outage planning and execution schedules
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on equipment failures
• Recommend and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Identify recurring issues and contribute to reliability improvements
• Maintain accurate service records, reports, and technical documentation
• Complete commissioning reports, inspection checklists, and safety documentation
• Provide timely updates to management on project status, risks, and issues
• Support technical inputs for proposals, bids, and service improvements
• Strictly adhere to company and customer EHS policies and procedures
• Ensure all work is performed safely without compromising personnel or equipment
• Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience in field service engineering, preferably with rotating equipment (motors and generators)
• Hands-on experience in installation, commissioning, and maintenance of large electrical machines
• Strong knowledge of motors, generators, and associated auxiliary systems
• Proficiency in electrical testing and diagnostic tools
• Experience with vibration analysis, alignment, and condition monitoring techniques
• Familiarity with service management systems and digital reporting tools
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and customer-facing abilities
• Ability to work independently in remote and challenging environments
• Good planning, organizational, and reporting skills
• Willingness to travel extensively (90%+), including short-notice assignments
• Ability to work offshore and on marine vessels for extended durations
• Flexibility to work across domestic and international locations

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience in field service engineering, preferably with rotating equipment (motors and generators)
• Hands-on experience in installation, commissioning, and maintenance of large electrical machines
• Strong knowledge of motors, generators, and associated auxiliary systems
• Proficiency in electrical testing and diagnostic tools
• Experience with vibration analysis, alignment, and condition monitoring techniques
• Familiarity with service management systems and digital reporting tools
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and customer-facing abilities
• Ability to work independently in remote and challenging environments
• Good planning, organizational, and reporting skills
• Willingness to travel extensively (90%+), including short-notice assignments
• Ability to work offshore and on marine vessels for extended durations
• Flexibility to work across domestic and international locations