Senior Power Transformers Specialist

Date PostedJune 16, 2026LocationHumble/Houston, TexasCompanyGE VernovaSalary$48.00-$52.00/hourTypeSenior Level

Job Summary

The Senior Power Transformers Field Specialist 1 is responsible for the erection, commissioning, and maintenance of power transformer systems. This role involves significant travel across North America, working on long-term installation projects with a rotational schedule. The incumbent will operate support equipment and ensure technical standards are met in collaboration with engineering teams and clients.

Responsibilities

  • Install, commission, and maintain power transformers
  • Oversee site crews and subcontracted services
  • Identify and manage EHS/HSE site concerns
  • Operate vacuum processing and testing equipment
  • Prepare technical documentation and inspection criteria

Required Skills

  • 2+ years field experience with power transformers or eBOP
  • Ability to travel up to 80%
  • Proficiency in reading electrical schematics
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Mechanical/Electrical technical background

Job Details

Essential Responsibilities • Perform on-site transformer services covering new unit installation, corrective maintenance, and unit upgrades. • Assist with team leader(s) on-site resources of assigned crew members and subcontracted services. • Attend daily morning tailboards with the crews and/or customer resources to outline daily activities. • Identify and report any EHS/HSE concerns with associated job scope. • Assist with the operation and control of vacuum processing rigs and associated equipment. • Assist and/or oversee the associated field test or commissioning of associated units. • Participate in the development and improvement of associated standard procedures associated with transformer installation and maintenance service. • Provide technical assistance in the preparation of submission of technical documents. • Participate in the development of inspection criteria in collaboration with external and internal customers associated with transformer services. Required Qualifications • 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 Electrical Balance of Plant (eBOP) equipment such as high voltage breakers, switchgear, and associated devices. • Preference for associate's degree in the Electrical/Mechanical field with specialization in Power Transformer or HV/MV apparatus or Electrical Engineering. • Mechanical experience via technical training institutes and/or military services with proven field experience. Desired Characteristics • Leadership experience. • Effective communications skills. • IT/computer savvy, experience with multiple different software applications. • Ability to understand electrical schematics and one-line diagrams. • CDL license preferred, or the ability to obtain.