Wind Commissioning Lead Engineer

 

Job Number 2156569

 

GE Power & Water provides customers with a broad array of power generation, energy delivery and water process technologies to solve their challenges locally. Power & Water works in all areas of the energy industry including renewable resources such as wind and solar; biogas and alternative fuels; and coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear energy. The business also develops advanced technologies to help solve the world’s most complex challenges related to water availability and quality. Numerous products are qualified under ecomagination, GE’s commitment to providing innovative solutions that maximize resources, drive efficiencies and help make the world work better. At GE, developing people is embedded in our culture and integral to our growth. Headquartered in Schenectady, N.Y., Power & Water is GE’s largest industrial business.

 

GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.

 

In this role you will be part of GE Wind’s Global Projects & Services organization. You will be responsible to lead all commissioning related activities at assigned projects across the globe, with focus on the EMEA region. You will also drive and perform commissioning/service activities on wind turbine generators (WTG) and its ancillary equipment (SCADA etc.).

 

 

 

Essential Responsibilities

 

Lead and oversee all commissioning/trail-run/documentation activities at assigned projects

 

Ensure all commissioning deliverables are met within contractual requirements and set deadlines

 

Report, communicate and escalate commissioning site status, progress and issues

 

Communicate openly with client, vendors, and stakeholders

 

Supervise and lead assigned teams (internal/external), provide personal feedback, evaluations and recommendations for professional development/training

 

Schedule and coordinate work/activities with client and internal/external functions

 

Ensure compliance of site activities with safety and quality standards as set by GE company and client

 

Ensure company vehicles, property, tooling and equipment is kept in good order

 

Commission and service wind turbine equipment and ensure it works to its specification

 

Carry-out and perform trial-run operations and equipment test procedures

 

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical or system malfunctions

 

Collaborate with installation/project/engineering and other functions

 

Make improvements to and offer advice about operational procedures

 

Support and facilitate on the job trainings (OJT)

 

Mentor and share knowledge within area of responsibility

 

Identify and maintain stock of critical assets, tools and spare parts

 

Ensure periodic maintenance and repairs are made to equipment/tooling and company vehicles

 

 

 

Qualifications/Requirements

 

Degree as qualified/certified electrical engineer/ technician

 

2+ years’ experience in similar role (wind commissioning, field service etc.)

 

Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst continuing to follow safety/quality guidelines

 

Proven experience working with diverse, global teams

 

Demonstrated organizational skills

 

Competent in Health and Safety standards (EHS)

 

Ability to work as part of a team and/or on own initiative

 

Ability and confidence to work at height (includes physical fitness to climb)

 

Capable of working at remote sites in adverse weather conditions (heat, humidity, cold, wind, altitude)

 

Equipment: Operate both light and heavy equipment

 

Physical activities: Stand, walk, use hands to touch and feel, crawl, climb, floor sitting, manual lifting, kneel and/or exert force

 

Ability to communicate at all levels with various cultures

 

Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required (~90%)

 

Valid/clean driving license (EU class B)

 

English fluency, particularly with technical explanations

 

Unrestricted EU work permit

 

 

 

Desired Characteristics

 

Bachelor's degree/state certified engineering degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred

 

Good knowledge of measurement-, control- and feedback control systems/ technology

 

Good knowledge of GE processes and tools (GE employees only)

 

Six Sigma Green Belt certification (GE employees only)

 

Good MS Power Point, Excel, Word skills and general PC skills

 

Self-starter, requires little direction

 

Strong interpersonal, influence and communication skills

 

Strong customer focus and ability to manage expectations

 

 

 

Apply online: http://www.ge.com/careers/opportunities