Field Service Technician - Hydropower Plants

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to power the energy transition while working on some of the most impressive machinery in the hydropower industry?

GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Field Service Technician to join our REN HYD-CC-EMEA team based in Lier, Norway.

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.

Hydro Our Hydro portfolio provides sustainable, more efficient energy solutions. We design and build advanced technologies for gravitas and pumped hydro power plants, as well as providing specialized service and rehabilitation for existing assets worldwide.

Job Description

Let’s Talk about the Role

The Field Service Technician will perform complex field maintenance, installation, and repair on vital hydropower equipment to ensure long-term, reliable energy generation.

You will act as a key technical presence in the field, working on equipment ranging from individual components to machines weighing up to 500 tons. You will be instrumental in the assembly of new generators, the revision of existing assets, and the execution of critical maintenance tasks—all while ensuring the highest standards of safety and operational excellence across project sites in Norway.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Executing complex service, maintenance, and repair tasks on rotating equipment such as generators, motors, and turbines.
• Performing precise installation of new components and generator systems.
• Conducting expert troubleshooting to identify issues and implement effective solutions quickly.
• Maintaining high-quality standards through specialized tasks like CO2 cleaning and stator/rotor painting.
• Collaborating with a diverse team of colleagues and external suppliers to deliver projects on time and to specification.
• Championing a culture of safety by maintaining strict adherence to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols at all times.

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:

• The ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical systems.
• The capability to read and interpret technical documentation in English.
• An understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel for reporting and documentation.
• Full proficiency in Norwegian, Swedish or Danish, and good understanding of English.
• An expertise in the maintenance or repair of rotating equipment.
• A keen interest in contributing to a sustainable future within the hydropower sector.

A formal mechanical trade certificate (fagbrev) is a great advantage, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements. If you have relevant field experience with rotating equipment, we encourage you to apply.

Where and how you'll work

This is a permanent position based in our Lier office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you the flexibility to balance your time between project sites, our office, and home.

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.

Additional Information

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position