[Hiring] HVDC & FACTS Field Service Engineer @GE Vernova

Role Description

The HVDC & FACTS Field Service Engineer – Power Electronics will deliver high‑quality technical support by managing service contracts, coordinating site activities, and contributing to the commissioning of FACTS and HVDC equipment.

• Lead and execute maintenance, onsite interventions, and technical support activities across FACTS and HVDC transmission systems to ensure safe, reliable operation for global customers.
• Manage all preparations for site activities, coordinating closely with end customers and internal teams to ensure smooth, efficient execution.
• Perform commissioning activities on FACTS and HVDC equipment, contributing to successful energisation and system handover.
• Take ownership of the technical scope within multi‑year service contracts, ensuring high‑quality delivery and long‑term customer satisfaction.
• Attend and lead customer meetings, identifying technical solutions that address operational needs and strengthen customer relationships.
• Support minor renovation and upgrade projects for FACTS installations, applying technical knowledge to enhance system performance.
• Collaborate with the ITO (Inquiry‑to‑Order) team by providing technical expertise during tendering activities to ensure accurate, competitive proposals.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background with site experience in switching equipment, harmonic filters, instrumentation transformers, and commissioning of protection relays.
• Practical expertise in FACTS technologies (thyristor‑ and IGBT‑based), with knowledge of rotating machines considered an advantage.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems using network recorders, analysers, and detailed log/curve analysis.
• Strong EHS awareness with the discipline to apply safety rules rigorously, especially during incidents or customer‑pressured situations.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of writing clear reports, planning site activities, and managing customer interactions confidently.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving ability, project‑management awareness, and experience leading on‑site teams during service or commissioning activities.
• Engineering degree (or equivalent “house engineer” experience) in power electronics, with hands‑on experience in drives, FACTS, or HVDC systems.

Requirements

• Able to travel extensively to and from projects and various field assignments.
• Willing to work holidays, weekends and overtime as required by field assignments.
• Ability to spend considerable time away from home for training and field assignments.

Benefits

• Fair pay and performance-based rewards.
• Wellbeing programs for you and your family.
• Opportunities to move across teams and functions.
• Support for personal and professional goals.