Senior Steam Turbine Service & Upgrade Engineer (m/w/d)
Job Description Summary
The Mission- are you ready to shape the future of energy infrastructure? As a Steam Turbine Service & Upgrade Engineer (m/w/d), you’ll sit at the intersection of innovation and execution. You will contribute across the end-to-end lifecycle of turbine upgrades, retrofits, and service solutions for our global fleet. If you thrive on solving complex technical challenges, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering value that directly impacts our customers' bottom line, we want you on our team.This position will initially focus on either the applications engineering/ tendering phase or the project execution/ fulfillment phase, offering the eventual opportunity to expand into the full lifecycle of turbine service solutions.
Job Description
What You Will Do
- Architect Solutions: Partner with external and internal customers to understand their unique needs, crafting winning technical proposals for value-added service and upgrade offers.
- Lead Project Delivery: Own the technical delivery of turbine service projects, coordinating resources to drive project schedules while maintaining rigorous engineering Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost standards.
- Manage Complexity: Oversee the technical integrity of Bills of Material, part definitions, and procurement requirements.
- Influence & Collaborate: Serve as the primary technical interface between Sales, Commercial, Project Management, Sourcing, and Field teams. Act as the "Voice of the Customer" to our internal engineering organizations.
- Leverage Emerging Tech: Use AI and digital platforms to streamline work, boost productivity, and enhance quality.
- Support Field Execution: Develop Field Modification Instructions and provide critical technical support during installation planning and outage activities.
- Drive Excellence: Champion Lean methodology and continuous improvement; assist group leaders in managing priorities and delivering on organizational objectives.
Why Join Us?
At GE Vernova, we don’t just service steam turbines; we extend the life, reliability, and efficiency of critical power assets worldwide. By joining this team, you will:
- Own the Lifecycle: Gain end-to-end visibility from the initial customer inquiry to final field installation and commissioning.
- Drive Tangible Impact: See the immediate results of your engineering solutions in the field.
- Innovate with AI: Work in an environment that empowers you to integrate Artificial Intelligence and digital solutions into your daily tasks, increasing your technical output and precision.
- Collaborate Globally: Work within a high-performing, matrixed environment that values technical rigor, professional growth, and global teamwork.
What You Will Bring (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
- Relevant engineering experience in power generation, specifically with turbine or generator technology, accessories, controls, or balance of plant.
- Strong track record of delivering on complex challenges across multiple simultaneous projects.
- Proven critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with fluency in additional languages being a plus.
- Ability to interact effectively with team members and customers in the Americas, Europe, MEA, and Asia during their local business hours.
Desired Characteristics
- Experience with steam turbine service, upgrade, or new unit projects.
- Familiarity with legacy Alstom and/or legacy GE steam turbine technology and configurations.
- Experience in Application and/or Requisition Engineering.
- Enthusiasm for adopting new technologies, including AI-powered engineering tools, to optimize productivity and process quality.
- Proven ability to lead teams and work effectively with global colleagues in a matrixed team environment, and to contribute positively to the team dynamic.
- Self-starter mindset with a positive attitude and a track record of reliability in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
- Willingness to embrace change, develop process improvements, and travel occasionally (<10%).
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes