GE Vernova

Instrument Engineering Specialist 2 - Lab

Schenectady, NY

full time

$65,000-$80,000

On-site

Electric Power Generation

About This Job

Job Description Summary

The Instrumentation Engineering Specialist leads the calibration, build, diagnostic, repair & associated operational activities for precision instrumentation used for Thermal Performance Testing and supports field testing/data collection from customers’ power plants for both commercial and internal purposes.

Job Description Primary Responsibilities:

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Minimal Subject Matter Expert for one (1) out of (9) Calibrations stations within Performance Lab

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Leads the Test and calibration of controlling, indicating and measuring instruments and devices, such as pressure transmitters, temperature controls, Thermocouples, RTD’s, thermometers and power load measurement devices.

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Manages and completes Measurement Assurance Program (MAP) activities as required for SME station

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Responsible for directing/OJT training for new technicians

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Facilitates all required maintenance and calibration of Lab Reference Standards

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Responsible to assist Engineering with traceability

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Responsible for all process and Quality documentation SME area(s) and proficient with quality control manual and testing specifications to obtain data to test or calibrate specific devices.

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Selects and installs accessories such as adapters, indicating gauges, or holding devices on test or calibration fixture, and connects the instrument or device to a lab primary standard.

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Sets controls to regulate factors such as current flow, timing cycle, pressure, temperature or vacuum according to specifications and activates test of calibration equipment.

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Observes reading on meters and gauges and other displays and performance of device or instrument to identify functional defects and determine calibration requirements & Adjusts calibration mechanisms to obtain specified operational performance of device or instrument.

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Identify defective instrumentation and lead root cause investigation and implementation of CAPA through engagement with Lab leaders.

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Responsible to support all Lab operational processes across instrumentation maintenance, prepping, packing, returning items to inventory (Kanban), Kanban level maintenance and 5S activities.

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Provide hands on support for thermal performance testing of gas turbines.

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Accountable for the quality of the data collected from customers’ power plants for both commercial and internal purposes.

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Job requires approximately 20% travel to mainly domestic power plant sites. The duration of the field tests ranges from one (1) to (3) weeks/1-2 jobs per year.

Qualifications/Requirements

Associate or BS Engineering , Instrumentation Degree, Military Calibration or Minimum of 2 years of industry experience and familiarity calibration/used for thermal performance testing and evaluation.

Excellent mechanical and electrical skills with familiarity with mA and mV measurements

Ability to work overtime (including weekends)

Willingness and ability to travel (approximately 20%) to mainly domestic power plant sites in support of testing

Desired

Understanding of instrumentation principles, their physics principles, calibration, installation requirements, operation, communications, and troubleshooting.

Broadening knowledge of own technical discipline to execute calibration

Instrumentation training in: Control systems, industrial environments, calibration facilities and processes.

Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor electrical repairs on instrumentation

The base pay range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000 USD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. 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).

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