ACS Tester
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Before you apply
LocationLa Prairie
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 3, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live1d ago
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High School Diploma / GED
Minimum of 5 years of field experience in electrical power systems
Fluency in English required; French or other languages are an asset depending on region
Experience with HV substations and/or hydroelectric power plants
Hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting experience
Proven experience leading field teams
Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 60–75%+, depending on position)
Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E, IEEE 115, NETA, NERC, and IEC standards
Strong Microsoft Office skills
Ability to work in Canada, the U.S., and potentially internationally
Skills
Microsoft Office
Job Description Summary
GE Vernova is seeking a skilled Commissioning Engineer / Field Service Tester to lead and execute pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, testing, and maintenance activities for high-voltage electrical equipment and systems. This role ensures safe installation, testing, troubleshooting, and customer handover of critical power infrastructure — including substations, transformers, generators, turbines, and HVDC systems — while meeting rigorous safety, quality, schedule, and cost requirements.
Job Description
Core Responsibilities
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Lead and execute pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, testing, and maintenance activities.
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Perform and supervise electrical and mechanical testing of:
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HV circuit breakers
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Disconnect switches
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Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS)
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Transformers
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Generators and turbines
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Protection and control systems
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Auxiliary systems
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HVDC systems and substations
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Lead site teams, technicians, contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
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Coordinate daily site activities and commissioning schedules.
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Troubleshoot complex technical problems and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
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Manage punch lists, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), technical issues, site instructions, and completion documentation.
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Review technical drawings, Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), specifications, commissioning procedures, and test results.
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Support customer coordination, switching activities, energization, startup, and acceptance testing.
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Maintain accurate technical reports, test records, daily reports, and project documentation.
Safety & Quality
Requirements
Safety and quality leadership are core expectations of this role. The candidate must be comfortable working under:
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Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements
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OSHA / NFPA 70E standards
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NETA / NERC / IEC standards
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GE Vernova safety and quality procedures
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Site-specific permit and energization requirements
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to maintain high safety and quality standards even under significant schedule pressure.
Leadership Expectations
Beyond technical execution, this role requires:
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Mentoring junior engineers and technicians.
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Coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
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Managing contractors and suppliers.
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Making sound decisions during critical site situations.
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Communicating effectively with customers and project management.
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Managing competing priorities under schedule pressure.
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Providing technical leadership and remote support when needed.
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Establishing best practices and driving continuous improvement in commissioning execution.
Project Management Component
This role carries project execution responsibility across the full project lifecycle:
Planning → Mobilization → Installation → Pre-Commissioning → Commissioning → Testing → Energization → Startup → Customer Acceptance
Responsibilities include control over:
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Schedule
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Resources and equipment
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Costs and manpower
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Technical documentation
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Risks and opportunities
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Customer requirements
Required Qualifications
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High School Diploma / GED
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Minimum of 5 years of field experience in electrical power systems (experience level depending on seniority).
Desired Characteristics
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Experience with HV substations and/or hydroelectric power plants.
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Hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting experience.
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Proven experience leading field teams.
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Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 60–75%+, depending on position).
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Ability to work in Canada, the U.S., and potentially internationally.
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Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E, IEEE 115, NETA, NERC, and IEC standards.
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Strong Microsoft Office skills.
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Fluency in English required; French or other languages are an asset depending on region.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes