Maintenance Engineer

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Job Description

Maintenance Engineer

GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Maintenance Engineer to join our Field Services team based in the United Kingdom.

GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World

With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. “GE” carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” signals Earth’s lush ecosystems, while “Nova” nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver.

Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.

Power

Our Power portfolio provides sustainable, more efficient energy solutions. With expertise across Gas, Hydro, Nuclear, and Steam Power, we help customers deliver electricity to homes, industries, and communities worldwide.

Let’s Talk about the Role

The Maintenance Engineer will ensure the safe, reliable and high‑performance operation of utility‑scale Battery Energy Storage Systems by delivering expert maintenance, troubleshooting and technical support across installed assets.

You will play a key role in maintaining and optimising GE Vernova’s advanced Battery Energy Storage Systems, supporting customers who rely on these technologies to drive energy efficiency and decarbonisation. Working hands‑on with electrical systems, power‑conversion equipment and energy‑storage technologies, you will carry out preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose system issues, and ensure all work meets strict performance, reliability and safety standards. As part of a business that supports major energy, maritime and industrial organisations, you will help safeguard the long‑term health of critical assets while contributing to the wider transition toward cleaner, more efficient power solutions.

Your Impact

• Execute critical maintenance procedures — carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance on BESS assets including BMS, inverters, switchgear and SCADA interfaces to ensure safe, reliable system performance.
• Apply OEM‑aligned technical standards - performing maintenance and testing activities strictly in line with OEM manuals, procedures and engineering documentation.
• Diagnose and resolve system issues - identifying faults across electrical, control and communication systems and implementing effective troubleshooting to restore optimal operation.
• Conduct essential testing and verification - completing point‑to‑point checks, insulation resistance tests and other verification tasks to validate system integrity.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting - preparing detailed maintenance records, technical reports, job status updates and customer‑facing documentation with precision and clarity.
• Collaborate across project and site teams - coordinating with commissioning leads, project managers and subcontractors to ensure maintenance activities support project goals and performance standards.
• Champion safety, quality and asset protection - adhering to all EHS policies, safeguarding company equipment and IP, and contributing to the improvement of engineering standards, method statements and risk assessments.

Special Role Requirements

• Able to travel extensively to and from projects and various field assignments.
• Willing to work overtime as required by field assignments.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

You should be a technically strong, safety‑driven and customer‑focused Field Service Engineer who thrives in fast‑paced environments, solves complex electrical challenges independently, and represents the business with professionalism and expertise at customer sites.. You should also be a…

• Professional with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex electrical issues - able to interpret schematics, troubleshoot BESS, PCS and HV systems, and deliver high‑quality technical solutions with minimal supervision.
• Engineer with the capability to manage field service activities independently - capable of working safely at remote sites, prioritising multiple tasks, and maintaining strong execution discipline in demanding environments.
• Technician with an understanding of energy‑storage and power‑conversion technologies - understanding BESS architectures, SCADA/PLC systems, commissioning protocols and OEM maintenance standards.
• Specialist with expertise in electrical systems and HV competencies - expertise in hands‑on electrical work, point‑to‑point testing, insulation resistance checks and the safe operation of high‑voltage equipment.
• Team member with a keen interest in continuous improvement - a keen interest in Lean principles, refining engineering procedures, enhancing customer value and contributing to the development of standards and documentation.
• Communicator who builds strong customer relationships - able to engage customers constructively, explain technical issues clearly, and represent GE Vernova with professionalism and confidence.
• Organised and detail‑focused contributor - attentive to reporting, documentation, compliance with T&Cs, and safeguarding company assets, IP and financial resources.

Where and how you'll work

• This is a fully remote position based in the UK. All our Engineers are home based with company cars included as part of the package.

Our Culture

Every action shapes our future. That’s why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve.

Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy.

Our technology helps generate approximately twenty-five percent of the world’s electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!

We're determined to be the best place to grow

We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We’re committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. No two careers are the same, and yours should reflect your personal and professional goals. Your people leader and trusted mentors will support you through navigating your journey.

We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.

Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.

Due to the high volume of candidates we receive, we will only contact successful applicants for the interview stage.

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