Pre-Commissioning Specialist Protections and SCADA

Electrical EngineerElectrical EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 10,001+H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

2 days ago

Salary

$113K - $188K / year

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the GSI NAM Commissioning Leader, the Senior P&C Commissioning Lead is responsible for coordinating and supervising all site P&C commissioning activities for GSI NAM projects including safety, quality, and technical requirements.
While working from the offsite (office) this role will coordinate with the Engineering department to develop commissioning plans, procedures, design review for P&C related activities.
In addition, while working off site as part of the Service Commissioning team, the Senior P&C Commissioning leader will support the field specialists in troubleshooting, RCA and resolution of issues ongoing projects.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Preparation and planning phase

  • Support the project execution team on P&C commissioning matters.
  • Technical governance and customer relations on P&C commissioning matters.
  • Plan and support pre-commissioning effort (instrumentation, documentation, etc.).
  • Support on the preparation of the commissioning execution package, including commissioning plan (schedule, scope, and budget), documentation package, and management tools (daily tracker and others

Engineering support during preparation phase

  • Provides Technical support / provides insight on systems maloperation and equipment failure by analyzing events logs and transient records, providing solutions to potential issues and inputs to RCAs during commissioning and energization phases..

Execution phase

  • Ensure work is performed safely according to GE standards and local requirements.
  • Contribute to overall quality and excellence in execution of commissioning.
  • Coordinate on-site commissioning activities according to the commissioning plan.
  • Provide support to the site teams regarding the technical issues or challenges.
  • Keep good records about site activities, work performed, issues faced and how they were dealt with (non-conformity) to provide feedback to business and support it with information in case of claims.
  • Collaborate in resolving complex problems.
  • Ensure the project is being executed with quality and within the budget.
  • Submit daily reports on site activities.
  • Update the commissioning daily tracker.
  • Constant communication with the project team to provide status updates and to support on addressing issues.
  • Collect and provide RoEs (Return of Experience) so the business can improve on potential gaps.
  • Assist in the development and training of junior commissioning engineers
  • Enforcing GE core values and equal opportunity, the Senior P&C Commissioning leader will need to ensure respectful and safe work environment for the team

Mandatory and Desired Qualifications / Requirements

Mandatory Qualifications / Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with 5 years’ experience (OR) a High School Diploma with a minimum of 10 years of field experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience on substation and P&C commissioning.
  • Strong EHS culture.
  • Collaboration mindset (Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork skills and autonomy)
  • Lead by example.
  • Ability to multitask and shift between many different projects and initiatives with tight deadlines.
  • Strong customer service orientation.
  • Ability to navigate cross-functions and create a good rapport with other teams (Project Management, Engineering, Finance, Fleet Support, EHS, HR, etc.).
  • Ability to comply with mandatory requests on time, such as: trainings, timesheets, expense reports, daily reports, and other administrative tasks.
  • Understand and implement, when required, cost and schedule control for commissioning scope.

Desired Characteristics:

  • Proficiency in any data acquisition software considered an asset.
  • Electrical installation experience considered an asset.
  • Technical skills in programming and testing of PLC’s and Protection.
  • Testing of power distribution and delivery equipment to include Low Voltage Switchgear, Relays.
  • Technical expertise on protection relay testing (SEL, GE, ABB,…) using Omicron and/or Doble testing equipment
  • Ability to program and update protection relays settings, logical and functions
  • Knowledge of IEC61850 and NERC is an asset

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: March 21, 2026

 

 

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $113,200.00 and $188,800.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

 

 

Bonus eligibility: ineligible.

 

 

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on March 13, 2026.

 

 

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

 

 

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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