Technical Advisor - Hydro Service

Job description

Job Description

Summary The Technical Advisor service will manage construction activities at customer sites. Responsibilities include directing site crews, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring technical execution aligns with project goals and company policies. This role requires significant autonomy, strong leadership skills, and hands-on experience in complex site environments.

What You’ll Do

Operational Excellence: Plan project activities, allocate resources, and ensure all site documentation and technical procedures are current and accessible.

Safety Leadership

Champion EHS guidelines and conduct risk assessments. You hold the authority to pause or stop work if safety or quality standards are compromised.

Technical Oversight

Perform in-process rewind tests (e.g., high potential, surge, stator core loop, insulation resistance) and conduct fault investigations.

Client & Team Management

Act as the primary point of contact for the customer and subcontractors. Provide on-the-job training, manage team performance, and foster a culture of safety and discipline.

Business Support

Participate in pre-bid job walks, assist in developing cost estimates for proposals, and track project risks to minimize additional expenditures.

Basic Qualifications

Experience: 5+ years of prior hydroelectric generator experience, preferably in a supervisory capacity.

Technical Knowledge

Deep understanding of the theory and application of repair/replacement practices for mechanical equipment and heavy industrial machinery used in hydroelectric facilities.

Facility Knowledge

Familiarity with the principles and practices of maintaining multi-purpose hydroelectric generating facilities, including dams, powerhouses, and gate/valve houses.

Safety/Operations

Knowledge of safe operation practices for heavy construction equipment.

Software Skills

Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Desired Qualifications

Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to establish effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Technical Precision

Proven ability to perform skilled duties such as shaft line alignment, bearing settings, and the use of mechanical precision tools/on-site machining tools.

Analytical Skills

Strong problem-solving capability and the ability to read and interpret complex manuals, drawings, and project specifications.

Leadership

Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and empower diverse site teams.

Eligibility Requirements Travel

Ability to travel frequently to job sites throughout the United States. Assignments can range from a few days to several months.

Flexibility

Willingness to work in various environments, including indoor and outdoor settings with exposure to different weather conditions.

Work Style

Ability to work from home between site assignments to prepare offers, cost estimates, and mobilization plans.

Authorization

Must be able to satisfy all requirements to work on-site at various customer facilities. 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 #LI-Remote - This is a remote position Application Deadline: November 28, 2026 For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $87,000.00 and $145,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility

discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 06, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants.

Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.