Field Service Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Rotating Machines Field Service Commissioning Specialist will provide technical and hands‑on expertise to service AC/DC motors and generators. The person should have expertise related to the mechanical aspects of large and medium electrical rotating machines AC/DC and be capable of planning and executing commissioning jobs for self and a site team, have a great customer reputation and an entrepreneurial spirit.

• As a Field Service Specialist, you will:
• Expertise to install the motors and generators as per the mechanical assembly and installation drawings.
• Knowledge and ability to execute electrical tests in DC motors, MV AC electrical motors, and generators: insulation resistance, winding resistance, voltage drop test, transformation ratio, partial discharge test, hipot & dc leakage test, dissipation factor test.
• Knowledge and ability to perform tests and inspections in medium and large DC rotating machines: borescope inspections, neutral zone adjustments, brush and brush holder’s tests and adjustments, commutation inspection (surface condition, sparkling conditions, etc.)
• Knowledge and ability to perform motors & generators start‑up/commissioning: static tests, operational tests (temperature elevation, vibrational tests, electrical parameters, etc.)
• Knowledge and ability to execute assembly/disassembly of electrical components such as cables, capacitors, RTDs, surge arresters, fan motors, CTs, TCs, winding (coil assembly, parts insulation, etc.).
• Knowledge and ability to execute mechanical inspections in large and medium electrical rotating machines (motors & generators): dimensional control sleeve & roller bearings, air‑gap inspections, metrology skills, etc.
• Knowledge and ability to perform shaft alignments: flexible and solid couplings, motor – gear box / load machines, generator – gear box / turbine.
• Knowledge and ability to execute assembly/disassembly of mechanical components, machine parts such as rotor, stator, covers, heat exchanger, sleeve bearings, roller bearings, couplings, mechanical seals, etc.
• Lifting machines / rigging skills.
• Experience in solving vibrations issues and balancing execution of high‑speed rotating machines.
• Ability to interpret schematics, engineering drawings, P&IDs, and wiring prints.
• Knowledge and ability to use precision equipment such as dial indicators, depth gauges, parallels, etc.
• Knowledgeable to perform vibration testing and analysis.
• Assure the GE's Environmental, Health and Safety procedures are strictly followed in the job site.

• Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Diploma / Mechanical Graduate Engineer.
• Min 3‑5 years of experience working with mechanical maintenance of large and medium rotating machines.
• Installation of large motor and erection service and retrofit of medium voltage DC/AC motors (synchronous and induction machines).
• Language & communication skills.
• Availability to work outside of the office (travel) 85% of the working time.

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

Pay range for Canadian‑based position: $74,400 – $124,000 CAD. Bonus eligibility:
Yes.

Relocation Assistance Provided:
No.