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Electrical Site Engineer-Substation

GE Vernova
Remote, United States, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Jul 2026
πŸ’° $166,700/yr($100,000/yr – $166,700/yr)

About the role

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in substation projects. You will be responsible for end-to-end activities at customer sites, including site mobilization, civil construction, equipment erection, and final commissioning. This role involves comprehensive site management and directly impacts the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of our project delivery. You will operate with moderate autonomy, exercising high-level operational judgment to shape priorities and drive performance across our functional organization.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Technical site execution role responsible for supporting the Site Manager in the execution of hands-on substation erection, electrical installation, testing, commissioning support, and related site activities during the ITO and/or OTR phase, acting under the direction of the Site Manager and project leadership. May lead site activities or smaller projects with virtual supervision from the Site Manager. Ensures schedule, quality, and cost are in compliance with contractual obligations, company policy and local regulations.

Developing specialized knowledge in their discipline. Serves as best practice/quality resource. Has awareness of latest technical developments in own area. Contributes towards strategy and policy development, and ensure delivery within area of responsibility.

Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in areas of operational/product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own function to arrive at decisions.

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.

Required Qualifications

  • Must be able to travel extensively within the United States.

  • For roles outside of the USA- This role requires significant experience in electrical construction, substation erection, site execution, commissioning activities, and/or site leadership.

  • Knowledge level is comparable to a Master's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma with relevant experience).

  • For roles in USA - Bachelor's Degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience.

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.

  • Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.

  • Knowledge of electrical installation, testing, commissioning, and substation construction practices.

  • Familiarity with applicable electrical safety standards and field execution requirements.

Note:

To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anΒ Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, nat

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