Title : Electrical Field Engineer

Job Number	1833439
Business	GE Energy Management
Business Segment	Energy Management
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Career Level	Experienced
Function	Services
Function Segment	Field Services
Location(s) Where Opening Is Available	United States
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces	Louisiana
City	New Orleans, Baton Rouge
Postal Code	70114-4599
Relocation Expenses	No
Role Summary/Purpose	GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. The Electrical Field Engineer provides startup support and aftermarket service support for electrical distribution and utilization equipment. In this role, you will act as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) factory authorized representative for switchgear, relays, transformers, motors, and drives. The Electrical Field Engineer will service and repair similar Non-GE equipment.
Essential Responsibilities	In addition you will: Perform on-site installation of systems and equipment and ongoing preventive maintenance, repair, and calibration after installation Respond to requests for emergency repairs and services to troublesome equipment Provide technical instruction and assistance to customer representatives regarding installation, operation, calibration, repair, and maintenance at customer sites Develop and expand technical knowledge and expertise Maintain knowledge of applicable product line warranties and accomplish effective warranty administration Plan, prepare, and/or instruct both internal and external training programs as required Be responsible impart and perpetuate field engineering and/or product knowledge in area of specialization 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 Maintain knowledge of the report system to the extent required for timely and accurate input of field information necessary Provide leadership and technical direction to skilled labor performing work on customer sites Maintain strong safety mindset to assure the executed work reflects the technical requirements within GE safety standards Knowledge to troubleshoot and provide routine maintenance checkout for wide range of equipment vintage
Qualifications/Requirements	Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in an Electrical Equipment Services role) Minimum of 3 years of experience in a related role ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Willingness and ability to travel 60% of the time, as required Ability and willingness to possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License
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 background investigation and drug screen.
Desired Characteristics	Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Prior experience working in Industrial environment on electrical equipment Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision Strong customer service mindset Prior field engineering experience Strong organizational skills Prior project management experience Strong oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal and leadership skillsWhy join one great company when you can join many? At GE, we’re passionate about making life better with new ideas and technologies. We’re diverse, supporting our communities in more than 100 countries. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team. GE Energy Management is helping solve the world’s toughest energy challenges through the design of leading technology solutions for the delivery, management, conversion, and optimization of electrical power for customers across multiple energy-intensive industries. We offer the insight and experience that will help our customers build a brighter energy future for all of us. Learn more about our Business Today! PLEASE NOTE: New Orleans, LA is the preferred location, however Baton Rouge, LA may be considered for this role. To stay connected with exciting news and the latest job opportunities from GE AMSTC, Aviation, Energy Management, Oil & Gas, Power & Water and Transportation, follow us on twitter: @geconnections