Generator Test Engineer

Job description

3079558
City

Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Power
Business Segment

Power Power Services
Function

Services
Country/Territory

United Kingdom
Postal Code

LE65 1BU
Role Summary/Purpose

Critical business role working with high value generators for internal/external clients across the UK/Europe. This technical team works closely with many key stakeholders to manage a crucial product area for the Power business.

This role can be based anywhere across the UK, expectation is that there will be a high percentage of travel across UK and Europe
Essential Responsibilities

·  Execute inspections on customer site

·  Visual inspection of Generator components, Exciter and auxiliary equipment

·  Operate robotic inspection equipment

·  Electrical testing (DC and AC) and non-destructive mechanical testing on Generator main components, Exciter and auxiliary equipment

·  Interpretation of test results to determine maintenance requirements

·  Acquisition and evaluation of generator health monitoring data

·  Fact finding in case of generator equipment failure

·  Derive maintenance work orders based on inspection results

·  Develop and produce formal customer reports containing recommendations, computer generated graphics, plots, tables, summaries and comparisons. Maintain & archive electronic and hard copy inspection data and reports

·  Identify and execute improvement projects in the field of Generator test and inspect

·  Effectively communicate with resource manager, Field Engineers, Product Service Engineering and Customers during all phases of the inspection cycle (pre-job, test execution, post job meetings)

Qualifications/Requirements

·  BS in electrical or mechanical engineering and /or equivalent experience

·  Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

·  Ability to interpret, write & assemble technical documents, drawings, and reports

·  Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

·  Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, schedule assignments

·  Work effectively with minimal direction and supervision

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working
Desired Characteristics

·  This position requires an individual with excellent communication (written and oral), planning and technical skills and ability to work independently

·  Experience using digital data acquisition systems and analysis software tools

·  Power generation industry experience in the field of generator inspection and testing

·  Experience in HV electrical testing

·  Experience working in a customer field service organization

·  This position requires overtime/weekend/off-hours and very frequent domestic and international travelling

About Us

GE is the world's Digital Industrial Company, transforming industry with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive. Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, GE delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

GE Power is a world leader in power generation with deep domain expertise that helps customers deliver electricity from a wide spectrum of fuel sources. We are transforming the electricity industry with the digital power plant, the world’s largest & most efficient gas turbine, full balance of plant solutions and our data-leveraging software. Our innovative technologies and digital offerings help make power and water more affordable, reliable, accessible and sustainable.

GE is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that promise we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you!