Field Engineer - Excitation Systems, South Region

Job description

3097606
Additional Cities

Houston, Other
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

Yes
Business

GE Oil & Gas
Business Segment

Oil & Gas Measurement & Controls
Function

Services
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Texas
Postal Code

77041
Role Summary/Purpose

A Field Engineer - Excitation Systems, South Region All resources, and logistics required to perform services and maintenance activities. These activities contribute to, maintain, repair and refurbish sold or existing products.
Essential Responsibilities

In the role of Field Engineer - Excitation Systems, South Region, you will:

·  Participate as a Regional Service Team member

·  Lead execution of retrofit projects. Scope of projects includes one or more of the following:

·  Excitation System Upgrades (EX 2100e) either full or DFE (Digital Front End), LCI (Starting System) Upgrades

·  Partake in HMI upgrades

·  Partake in TIL Implementation

·  Execute on site project management and technical leader duties

·  Support warranty administration and troubleshooting issues

·  Work at GE and customer locations throughout the Southeast and Southern United States (primary) with possible work locations within the US and globally

·  Complete timely service reports, invoicing packages, and other administrative requirements

·  Drive customer satisfaction through commitment to quality

·  Support the business growth initiatives

·  Be responsible for Nuclear control retrofit site planning and execution

·  Manage site execution of generator control retrofits

·  Interface with Power Services and other GE Businesses
Qualifications/Requirements

·  Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSME ) from an accredited college or university (OR Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in Electronics (AAS) or Mechanics (AAS) with a minimum 5 years of experience in generator excitation systems, LCI starting systems and/or generator protection systems( (OR High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution with a minimum 7 years of experience in generator excitation systems, LCI starting systems and/or generator protection systems)

·  Minimum 3 years of experience in generator excitation systems, LCI starting systems and/or generator protection systems

Eligibility Requirements:

·  Travel 80% of the time, as required

·  Work significant over-time

·  Possess a valid driver's license and able to obtain or possess a US Passport and TWIC Card
Desired Characteristics

·  Previous industrial and/or utility field service experience with electrical equipment primarily excitation systems or drive systems.

·  Minimum of 1 year of Nuclear experience

·  Controls experience to equipment that functions as a ""prime mover""

·  Electronics and/or mechanical trouble shooting skills (""Hands-on approach"")

·  Computer skills, familiarity with MS Office, TCP / IP configuration

·  Ability to learn other software tool applications to support HMI and application changes (Cimplicity, Toolbox, etc.)

·  Prior electrical maintenance experience

·  Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to read and write English

·  Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings

·  Self-starter with minimal supervision requirement; able to work independently; ability to prioritize, organize work, and meet deadlines

·  Ability to set and meet aggressive targets
About Us

Baker Hughes, a GE company (NYSE:BHGE) is the world’s first and only fullstream provider of integrated oilfield products, services and digital solutions. Drawing on a storied heritage of invention, BHGE harnesses the passion and experience of its people to enhance productivity across the oil and gas value chain.

BHGE helps its customers acquire, transport and refine hydrocarbons more efficiently, productively and safely, with a smaller environmental footprint and at lower cost per barrel. Backed by the digital industrial strength of GE, the company deploys minds, machines and the cloud to break down silos and reduce waste and risk, applying breakthroughs from other industries to advance its own.

With operations in over 120 countries, the company’s global scale, local know-how and commitment to service infuse over a century of experience with the spirit of a startup – inventing smarter ways to bring energy to the world.

Follow Baker Hughes, a GE company on Twitter @BHGECo, or visit us at BHGE.com.
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.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

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.
Primary Country

United States