Job Description

GE’s Power Conversion and Storage business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers’ power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world’s major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, power electronics, drives and control technologies.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Commissioning Engineer to support the commissioning of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) within of Solar Storage Systems (SSS) department. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with electrical systems, energy storage technologies, and a solid understanding of commissioning protocols. You will be responsible for executing functional testing, system verification, troubleshooting, and ensuring projects meet performance and safety standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute commissioning procedures for utility-scale BESS systems, including battery management systems (BMS), inverters, switchgear, and SCADA interfaces.
• Perform pre-functional and functional testing of all system components according to commissioning plans.
• Conduct point-to-point checks, insulation resistance tests, performance tests, and system startup.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues related to electrical, control, and communication systems.
• Document test results, prepare commissioning reports, and maintain logs of issues and resolutions.
• Coordinate with lead commissioning engineer, project managers, subcontractors and help ensure project milestones are met.
• Ensure all commissioning activities adhere to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Support remote and onsite troubleshooting post-commissioning as required and perpetuate field engineering and/or product knowledge
• Perform administrative functions; such as writing technical reports, ordering materials, securing quotations, preparing job status reports, reports to customers, time sheets, and expense sheets on a complete timely, and thorough basis
• Be knowledgeable of and conduct work activities in compliance with, the Energy Safety (EHS) Manual and Safety (EHS) policies
• Exercise good judgment in controlling costs and expenditures of Company funds
• Protect the Company's capital investments and Intellectual Property by properly safeguarding and maintaining equipment for which responsible
• Make contributions to the continued development and refinement of SSS Engineering Standards and Procedures (incl. Method Statements, Risk Assessments etc)
• Develop knowledge of SSS Terms and Conditions and those of customers and subcontractors, and perform activities so as to minimize risk and assure compliance

Dotted-line responsibility for assigned field resources to include:

• Provide performance feedback for field resources to service manager and employees as needed/required
• Assist Service Manager with retention and attraction of qualified field resources (including candidate screening, hiring recommendations, etc.)

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Previous experience of commissioning or field service experience in utility-scale renewable energy or electrical installation projects.
• Experience with BESS technologies, PCS (power conversion systems), and SCADA/PLC systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work at remote project sites for extended durations.

DESIRED:

• Technical skills with hands-on experience with electrical systems, energy storage technologies, and a solid understanding of commissioning protocols.
• You will be responsible for executing functional testing, system verification, troubleshooting, and ensuring projects meet performance and safety standards
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Computer skills to include Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Non-GE Power Delivery experience
• Lean principles experience
• Customer Service orientation, demonstrated track record of execution and results
• Pro-active approach to problem solving and issue resolution
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent project management skills
• Ability to work with multiple & competing priorities in a fast paced environment and work effectively across organizations and countries
• High energy, self-starter, ability to achieve results with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal & written communication skills

You can expect from us

• Work on exciting cutting-edge technology on novel drive system topologies and challenging and exciting global projects.
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a global company.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and creativity.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position