GIS Field Engineer Supervisor
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
La Prairie, QC, Canada
In PersonFrequent travel to customer sites across North America and internationally; travel exceeds 80% per year. Relocation assistance is available case by case.
Electrical EngineeringPower Systems Engineering
About the job
Requirements
- Proven hands-on expertise in gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) substation installation, assembly, maintenance, repair, and retrofit at 69 kV to 800 kV.
- Prior air-insulated switchgear (AIS) field experience is an asset.
- Ability to read, interpret, mark up, and revise mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, control drawings, wiring diagrams, and installation procedures.
- Working knowledge of Local Control Cubicles (LCC) and secondary/control systems.
- Ability to convert engineering documentation from European to North American standards.
- Knowledge of high-voltage substation breaker control philosophy and mechanical support design.
- Experience with procurement documentation, including bills of materials, technical specifications, and approved vendor lists.
- Strong understanding of quality, testing, and turnover documentation requirements.
- Deep knowledge of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910 and 1926), NFPA 70E, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements.
- Experience conducting and validating Job Safety Analyses (JSA) or Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA) before work execution.
- Familiarity with U.S. and Canadian regulatory frameworks for high-voltage field work.
- Demonstrated field leadership and site team coordination on complex high-voltage projects.
- Strong troubleshooting capability in electrical and mechanical environments.
- Ability to work independently at remote project sites under challenging conditions.
- Comfort operating in both field execution and technical review environments.
- Degree, diploma, or technical training in Electrical, Electromechanical, or an equivalent engineering discipline.
- Significant field experience in high-voltage GIS installation, construction supervision, commissioning, and high-voltage testing.
- Must be legally authorized to travel in the United States and the European Union.
- Fluency in French and English is required.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise GE Vernova field teams and subcontractors on GIS installation, maintenance, repair, and modernization projects from 69 kV to 800 kV.
- Coordinate manpower, tools, equipment, and site resources to execute field work efficiently.
- Serve as the primary GE Vernova representative and customer interface on site.
- Lead daily toolbox talks, safety briefings, and Job Safety Analyses or Activity Hazard Analyses.
- Manage site interfaces with clients, contractors, commissioning teams, and project managers.
- Monitor installation progress and deliver accurate daily, weekly, and final site reports.
- Support commissioning, high-voltage testing, and punch-list closure through formal client handover.
- Review, adapt, and draft engineering documents, including general arrangement drawings, control schematics, wiring diagrams, interconnection drawings, terminal diagrams, mounting details, and bills of materials.
- Review converted European-standard mechanical support structure and breaker control drawings into North American-compliant packages aligned with IEEE, ANSI, CSA, NEC/NFPA, and local utility requirements, amending them where required.
- Identify technical gaps between European and North American design practices and recommend compliant engineering solutions.
- Write and adapt method statements for new installation, maintenance, repair, and high-potential tests, based on existing generic procedures.
- Prepare engineering documentation for review and stamping by a licensed Professional Engineer (PE/P.Eng.) where required.
- Ensure all engineering changes are documented, traceable, and compliant with client and statutory requirements.
- Enforce GE Vernova EHS policies, OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E arc-flash requirements, and LOTO procedures.
- Manage on-site quality inspections, audits, and hold points.
- Verify training, certifications, and personal protective equipment compliance for all site personnel.
- Exercise Stop Work Authority when unsafe conditions are identified.
- Promote GE Vernova's Zero Harm safety culture at every level of site activity.
- Prepare technical specifications and drawing packages to support North American component sourcing and procurement.
- Define and validate component substitutions when European parts are unavailable or non-compliant in North America.
- Support material requisitions, technical bid evaluations, and vendor clarification processes.
- Coordinate with suppliers to confirm the fit, function, certification, and compliance of selected materials.
- Mentor and develop junior field engineers, supervisors, and technicians, and provide customer training.
- Share field expertise, technical knowledge, and best practices across the team.
- Travel frequently to customer project sites across North America and internationally.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with European and North American substation standards is strongly preferred.
- A Professional Engineer (PE/P.Eng.) license is preferred; candidates with compatible qualifications and field technical experience are encouraged to apply.
About the company
GE Vernova makes equipment and software that generate and manage electricity for utilities, power producers, and industrial customers. Its Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses span gas turbines, wind generation, and the systems that move electricity across grids. The company supplies generators, grid equipment, and controls, while its software coordinates network operations and integrates changing sources of power. Customers buy equipment and enter service agreements for maintenance, upgrades, and technical support over its operating life, alongside purchases of software and related services. GE Vernova became an independent company in 2024 after separating from GE and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$17.6M
Headquarters
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Founded
2024
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Demand supports expansion: July 2026 results show GE Vernova booked $24.2 billion of quarterly orders, up 88% organically.
- Service commitments support recurring work: GE Vernova says services account for more than 55% of its backlog.
- Graduates build depth through rotations: GE Vernova runs two-year Next Gen development programs in engineering, technology, and operations.
What critics are saying
- Wind remains a drag: July 2026 results show GE Vernova lost $275 million in quarterly Wind segment EBITDA.
- Project margins absorb overruns: GE Vernova locks prices before completion and discloses meaningful expenses from excess costs and penalties.
- Field assignments demand long weeks: GE Vernova's listed transformer specialist works typical 12-hour site days, up to six weekly.
What makes GE Vernova unique
- Its technology underpins global power: GE Vernova says customers generate approximately one-quarter of world electricity using its equipment.
- Gas turbine scale anchors expertise: GE Vernova reports the largest installed fleet by generating capacity, across approximately 7,000 turbines.
- Nuclear work reaches beyond equipment: GE Vernova Hitachi supplies advanced reactors, fuel, and services for operating plants.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Parental Leave
- Mental Health Support
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus