Steam Turbine Alignment Specialist

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Job Description Summary

GE Vernova’s OnSite Specialty Services (OSS) is seeking a skilled and motivated Technical Specialist with hands-on experience in precision alignment of steam turbine internal components using advanced laser tracker technology, such as the FARO Laser Tracker. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring optimal turbine performance and reliability by executing high-precision alignments and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and thrives in a dynamic, service-driven environment.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

·  Travel extensively, both domestically and internationally, to customer sites with minimal restrictions.
·  Perform high-precision laser alignment of steam turbine internal components, including rotors, diaphragms, and casings, using state-of-the-art metrology equipment (e.g., FARO Laser Tracker).
·  Establish and verify critical rotating and stationary component clearances, accounting for tops-on/tops-off deflection models and thermal growth factors.
·  Conduct detailed inspections and 3D measurements to validate alignment accuracy and turbine geometry.
·  Collaborate with engineering and project teams to interpret technical drawings, alignment specifications, and OEM tolerances.
·  Document alignment results, generate comprehensive technical reports, and present findings to project stakeholders.
·  Support troubleshooting and resolution of alignment-related issues during turbine installation, maintenance, and major overhauls.
·  Ensure all work complies with GE Vernova’s safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

·  Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college OR High school diploma / GED with/plus at least 4 years of mechanical repair job related experience
·  At least 3 years of field service experience performing laser tracker measurements and precision alignment, preferably in steam or gas turbine environments.

​ Desired Characteristics

·  Working knowledge of 3D coordinate systems and spatial measurement principles.
·  Experience aligning components to an ideal centerline and understanding geometric tolerances.
·  Hands-on experience with advanced metrology equipment (e.g., Laser Trackers, Hamar Laser systems) and related software.
·  Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
·  Physically able to work in challenging environments, including climbing multiple flights of stairs and working in elevated temperatures.
·  Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and extended hours as required by project schedules.

About GE Vernova Gas Power

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

·  Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
·  A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
·  GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.  Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

In compliance with the US Pay transparency laws

The base pay range for this position is $75,000. - $95,000. USD annual The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for up to 5% bonus based on business performance, overtime and international location premium. This position will be posted to May 10th. 2025

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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
- This is a remote position

Application Deadline: May 11, 2025