On Site Service Specialist

Job Description Summary

Do you want to play a pivotal role in the future of the energy grid by ensuring the reliability and efficiency of mission-critical electrical systems?

GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional On-site Service Specialist to join our Renewable GS-GA-Region Europe and SSA team based in Bilbao, Spain.

Job Description

GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World

With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. "GE" carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" signals Earth's lush ecosystems, while "Nova" nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver.

Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.

Electrification Our Electrification solutions modernize grids, enable renewable integration, and strengthen energy systems. From software to power conversion and storage, we help create smarter, more resilient energy networks.

Let's Talk about the Role

The On-site Service Specialist will provide expert technical support and lead field service activities for Protection & Control and Substation Automation Systems at customer facilities.

You will act as a key technical resource, working closely with the Grid Automation Centre of Excellence in Bilbao. Your work will involve commissioning systems, providing expert technical direction on-site, and delivering high-quality consulting services to our global customers. By bridging the gap between engineering, manufacturing, and our clients, you will ensure that our energy solutions are implemented to the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Commissioning advanced Protection & Control and Substation Automation Systems to ensure seamless grid performance.

• Leading on-site technical execution, providing expert direction to teams while maintaining rigorous quality and safety standards.

• Providing high-impact technical consulting, including short-circuit analysis and relay configuration to solve complex customer challenges.

• Collaborating with internal engineering and sales teams to plan, execute, and deliver project milestones with precision.

• Empowering customers through tailored training and expert support, ensuring they maximize the value of their energy infrastructure.

• Improving service delivery by identifying and implementing quality control requirements and leveraging lean methodologies.

Special Role Requirements

• Able to travel extensively to and from projects and various field assignments.

• Willing to work holidays, weekends and overtime as required by field assignments.

• Ability to spend considerable time away from home for training and field assignments.

Skills for Success

You should be a dedicated technical professional with a passion for field operations, featuring:

• The ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues with electrical Protection relays and Control systems (LV, MV & HV).

• The capability to communicate technical information clearly and professionally to both internal stakeholders and end customers.

• An understanding of Protection & Control engineering, including coordination studies and gateway configuration.

• An expertise in working within energy and utility project environments.

• A keen interest in applying lean principles to streamline field activities and improve project outcomes.

A formal education in Electrical or Electronics Engineering is nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Proficiency in Spanish and English is essential for this role, with additional languages considered a plus.

Where and how you'll work

This is a permanent on site position based in our Bilbao office.

Our Culture

Every action shapes our future. That's why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve.

Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world. We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy.

Our technology helps generate approximately twenty-five percent of the world's electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!

We're determined to be the best place to grow. We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We're committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. No two careers are the same, and yours should reflect your personal and professional goals. Your people leader and trusted mentors will support you through navigating your journey.

We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.

Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.

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