Fleet Performance Engineer - Converter, Cooling & Electrical

Job Description Summary

The Senior troubleshooter Converter, Cooling & Electrical role provides technical resolution to defects and issues on wind turbines in operation. The role requires general understanding of wind turbines, and specific domain knowledge on the converter, its cooling and electrical systems. Goal of the role is to bring availability levels of the fleet to the contractually agreed values and to minimize Return to Service time.

Job Description

GE Vernova is facing a momentum of hypergrowth, and we are currently scaling up our teams, creating others from scratch, und bringing our industry to the next level. Join us on this mission!

GE Vernova’s Wind division is a global leader in renewable energy solutions, driving the transition to a cleaner and more sustainable future. With cutting-edge onshore and offshore wind technologies, we deliver reliable, efficient, and innovative energy systems that power communities worldwide. Our teams work at the forefront of the energy transition, combining technical expertise, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to safety and sustainability to help customers meet their decarbonization goals.

Your Mission: YOU will provide technical resolution to defects and issues on wind turbines in operation. The role requires general understanding of wind turbines, and specific domain knowledge on the converter, its cooling and electrical systems. Goal of the role is to bring availability levels of the fleet to the contractually agreed values and to minimize Return to Service time.

This position is part of the newly established OFW Fleet Performance Management team.

Main Responsibilities:

• Keep the wind farm running at availability levels as sold in the SMA, by providing solutions & support to the field teams to get tripped turbines back in operation on short notice.
• Responsible for handling wind turbine trips that could not be solved after a first troubleshooting attempt by the ROC.
• Diagnosis, failure analysis and control of the performance of GE wind turbinesand in particular converters, its cooling and electrical systems with the ultimate goal of bringing the turbine back in operation via the ROC.
• In case remote restart is not possible, development of clear Work Instructions for the Field Techs that allows them to get the tripped turbine back in operation on the first visit.
• Take ownership of driving repair work to closure and work this jointly with Sourcing, Projects and the PLI team. Maintain a clear tracker with expected material delivery dates and field implementation dates for each repair.
• If necessary, escalate high impact reoccurring issues to Engineering to start a RCA. Support the Engineering sub-systems teams on RCAs by providing clear technical information on recurring issues to them
• Analyze and lead the development and continuous improvement of operating procedures (like Fault Handling Procedures) and tools to support ROC employees and Field Techs.
• Define a path to become less dependent on supplier support for operating and maintaining the converters over their life.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Certified technician or engineering degree.
• Experience in the wind turbine technical support area, in field support or in an engineering domain.
• Deep understanding of wind turbine technology and operation.
• Good domain knowledge of converter technology, its converter and electrical systems. Ability to develop further knowledge in relation to own work scope.
• Analytical skills and ability to understand causal factors.
• Ability to extract and analyze SCADA data and trenders coming from the turbine.
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to explain complex problems to others.

Why we come to work:

At GE Vernova, our employees are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

• Professional Growth: Dynamic team, extensive resources, and training for skill development

• A Booming industry with Cutting-Edge Projects: Involvement in high-profile, innovative projects

• Global Exposure: Collaboration with a diverse, global network of industry experts

• Collaborative Environment: Supportive culture fostering creativity and teamwork

• Career Advancement: Opportunities for leadership and career growth within the organization

• Competitive compensation package plus corporate benefits

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No