Pre-Commissioning Specialist – Product

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, the Pre-Commissioning Specialist is responsible for performing the tests under GE GSI scope of work determined by the Commissioning Manager / Coordinator for the specific project according with safety, quality, and technical requirements. Working with the Commissioning Lead and Commissioning Coordinator, the Pre-Commissioning Specialist will be executing the commissioning plan with the on-site supervision of the Commissioning Lead or equivalent, performing the tests, ensuring the products and equipment reach an acceptable result as per the documentation, troubleshooting when necessary, and submitting the test reports as soon as they are finished to the team for review. It’s also a responsibility of the Pre-Commissioning Specialist to provide feedback about the tests and processes to improve them and/or to correct potential gaps.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Essential Responsibilities

Preparation and planning phase:

• Support the project execution team on commissioning matters.

• Technical governance and customer relations on commissioning matters.

• Plan and support pre-commissioning effort (instrumentation, documentation, etc.).

Execution phase:

• Ensure work is performed safely according with GE standards and local requirements.

• Contribute to overall quality and excellence in execution of commissioning.

• Perform instrument functionality verification at site.

• Responsible for the start-up of the various auxiliaries’ system.

• Conduct electrical commissioning tests on instrumentation.

• Conduct commissioning tests (electrical and mechanical) of auxiliaries’ systems of Substation plants and synchronous condenser facilities.

• Perform the electrical test support for the start-up of Substation plants and synchronous condenser facilities.

• Perform LOTO and safety preparations as required for the commissioning tests.

• Provide support to the site teams regarding the technical issues or challenges.

• Keep good records about site activities, work performed, issues faced and how they were dealt with (non-conformity) to provide feedback to business and support it with information in case of claims.

• Collaborate in resolving complex problems.

• Be responsible for hands-on execution of projects including Startup, commissioning, troubleshooting and repair of Protect and Control systems and its associates according with international standards, GE Vernova GSI requirements, and customer expectations.

• Perform administrative functions such as writing technical reports, ordering materials, securing quotations, preparing job status reports, reports to customers, time sheet, and expense sheets on a complete timely, and thorough basis.

• Develop and further expand technical knowledge and expertise, currently recognized industry standards for engineering ability.

• Maintain knowledge of applicable product line warranties and accomplish effective warranty administration.

• Protect the company’s capital investments by properly safeguarding and maintaining that equipment for which responsible.

• Make contributions to the continued development and refinement of Installation and Field Services

• Engineering Standards and Procedures as they apply to designated specialty and to conduct work efforts in accordance thereof.

• Strive to achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction in all transactions and relationships.

• Prepare commissioning procedure and commissioning plan.

Mandatory and Desired Qualifications / Requirements
Mandatory Qualifications / Requirements:

• Engineering degree with 5 years’ experience or equivalent.

• Technical skills in programming and testing of PLC’s and Controls.

• Testing of protections relays such as ABB, GE, siemens, SEL brand

• Testing of power distribution and delivery equipment of Low/medium Voltage Switchgear, disconnect switch, circuit breaker, capacitor bank, reactor, and Transformers.

• Testing of power distribution and delivery equipment of High Voltage Switchgear, Switchgear, disconnect switch, circuit breaker, capacitor bank, reactor, and Transformers.

• Knowledge of Omicron (PTM, CT analyzer, Test universe, etc), doble (M4100, M5500, M7100,etc)

• Strong EHS culture.

• Collaboration mindset.

• Lead by example.

• Ability to multitask and shift between many different projects and initiatives with tight deadlines.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork skills and autonomy.

• Ability to comply with mandatory requests on time, such as: trainings, timesheets, expense reports, daily reports, and other administrative tasks.

• Strong customer service orientation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and have good computer skills.

• Ability to navigate cross-functions and create a good rapport with other teams (Project Management, Engineering, Finance, Fleet Support, EHS, HR, etc.).

• Ability to comply with mandatory requests on time, such as: trainings, timesheets, expense reports, daily reports, and other administrative tasks.

• Understand and implement cost and schedule control for commissioning scope.

• Must be proficient English.

• Resilience.

• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work in the US.

Desired Characteristics:

• Abide by and understand the safety requirements of the NEC electrical code, NFPA70 and OSHA 30

• Knowing of NETA, NERC, IEC requirements.

• French speaking is an asset.

The salary range for this position is100,100.00 – 133,400.00 – 166,800.00 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus.100,100.00 – 133,400.00 – 166,800.00 USD Annual

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

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 offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual 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 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
#LI-Remote – This is a remote position