Fleet Performance Engineer – Pitch & Electrical

Job Description Summary

The Troubleshooter Pitch & electrical role provides technical resolution to defects and issues on the wind turbines in operation. The role requires general understanding of wind turbines, and specific domain knowledge of pitch 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 the wind turbines in operation. This role requires general understanding of wind turbines, and specific domain knowledge of pitch 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:

• Ensure wind farm availability targets are met by supporting field teams and restoring tripped turbines quickly.
• Handle turbine trips that remain unresolved after the ROC’s (Remote Operating Center) initial troubleshooting.
• Perform diagnosis, failure analysis, and performance monitoring of GE turbines, with focus on pitch and electrical systems.
• Create clear Work Instructions for Field Technicians when remote restarts are not possible, enabling first‑visit resolution.
• Drive repair activities to completion, coordinating with Sourcing, Projects, and maintaining a detailed tracker of materials and implementation dates.
• Escalate recurring high‑impact issues to Engineering and support RCAs (Root Cause Analysis) with accurate technical information.
• Lead analysis and continuous improvement of operating procedures and tools used by ROC staff and Field Technicians.

Your Profile:

• 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 pitch & electrical systems technology. Ability to develop further knowledge in relation to own work scope.
• Analytical skills and ability to understand causal factors.
• Ability to extract and analyse SCADA data and trenders coming from the turbine.
• Availability for travelling; up to 10% nationally & internationally
• Proactive mindset and a clear sense of urgency.
• 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