Lead Commissioning Engineer

Location: Remote

Remote Type: Fully Remote

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description Summary

GE’s Power Conversion and Storage business, part of GE Vernova, provides electrification systems that are critical to customers’ power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world’s major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, power electronics, drives and control technologies.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Commissioning Engineer to support the commissioning of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) within of Solar Storage Systems (SSS) department. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with electrical systems, energy storage technologies, and a solid understanding of commissioning protocols. You will be responsible for executing functional testing, system verification, troubleshooting, and ensuring projects meet performance and safety standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Execute commissioning procedures for utility-scale BESS systems, including battery management systems (BMS), inverters, switchgear, and SCADA interfaces.
• Perform pre-functional and functional testing of all system components according to commissioning plans.
• Conduct point-to-point checks, insulation resistance tests, performance tests, and system startup.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues related to electrical, control, and communication systems.
• Document test results, prepare commissioning reports, and maintain logs of issues and resolutions.
• Coordinate with lead commissioning engineer, project managers, subcontractors and help ensure project milestones are met.
• Ensure all commissioning activities adhere to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Support remote and onsite troubleshooting post-commissioning as required and perpetuate field engineering and/or product knowledge 
• Perform administrative functions; such as writing technical reports, ordering materials, securing quotations, preparing job status reports, reports to customers, time sheets, and expense sheets on a complete timely, and thorough basis 
• Be knowledgeable of and conduct work activities in compliance with, the Energy Safety (EHS) Manual and Safety (EHS) policies 
• Exercise good judgment in controlling costs and expenditures of Company funds 
•  Protect the Company's capital investments and Intellectual Property by properly safeguarding and maintaining equipment for which responsible 
• Make contributions to the continued development and refinement of SSS Engineering Standards and Procedures (incl. Method Statements, Risk Assessments etc) 
• Develop knowledge of SSS Terms and Conditions and those of customers and subcontractors, and perform activities so as to minimize risk and assure compliance 

Dotted-line responsibility for assigned field resources to include: 

• Provide performance feedback for field resources to service manager and employees as needed/required 
• Assist Service Manager with retention and attraction of qualified field resources (including candidate screening, hiring recommendations, etc.) 

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Previous experience of commissioning or field service experience in utility-scale renewable energy or electrical installation projects.
• Experience with BESS technologies, PCS (power conversion systems), and SCADA/PLC systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work at remote project sites for extended durations.

 

DESIRED: 

• Technical skills with hands-on experience with electrical systems, energy storage technologies, and a solid understanding of commissioning protocols. 
• You will be responsible for executing functional testing, system verification, troubleshooting, and ensuring projects meet performance and safety standards 
• Ability to build strong customer relationships 
• Computer skills to include Outlook, Excel, and Word 
• Non-GE Power Delivery experience   
• Lean principles experience 
• Customer Service orientation, demonstrated track record of execution and results 
• Pro-active approach to problem solving and issue resolution 
• Strong attention to detail 
• Excellent project management skills 
• Ability to work with multiple & competing priorities in a fast paced environment and work effectively across organizations and countries 
• High energy, self-starter, ability to achieve results with minimal supervision 
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal & written communication skills 

You can expect from us

• Work on exciting cutting-edge technology on novel drive system topologies and challenging and exciting global projects.
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a global company.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and creativity.

Additional Information

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position