About this role
Job Description Summary GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base
Job Description Essential Responsibilities Advanced Automation & Robotics Support
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize robotic systems, automated equipment, and manufacturing cells used in production. • Perform advanced fault isolation across integrated systems including robots, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives, conveyors, end-of-arm tooling, safety circuits, and peripheral equipment. • Diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues involving multiple failure modes across electrical, mechanical, controls, and process interactions. • Lead technical troubleshooting during high-impact downtime events, using a systematic approach to identify root cause and restore operation safely and efficiently. • Evaluate recurring failures and chronic equipment losses to determine whether issues stem from component wear, programming logic, process variation, setup conditions, operator interaction, or system design limitations. • Serve as the escalation point for difficult automation and robotics problems that cannot be resolved through standard maintenance practices. Controls, Programming, and Diagnostics
• Troubleshoot and support PLC logic, robot programs, CNC interfaces, servo systems, VFDs, and HMI-controlled processes. • Perform I/O diagnostics, signal tracing, device verification, and communication troubleshooting across control panels and machine networks. • Make controlled program edits, parameter adjustments, and recovery changes within approved procedures and change management expectations. • Analyze alarms, faults, interlocks, sequence issues, and machine state conditions to identify hidden causes of equipment stoppage or performance degradation. • Support backup, restoration, and version control of robot, PLC, and HMI programs in coordination with engineering and controls teams. • Assist in validating control system changes and startup performance after repairs, upgrades, or process adjustments. Reliability, Root Cause, and Continuous Improvement
• Drive a structured troubleshooting culture using root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, fault trees, Pareto review, and failure trend analysis. • Investigate chronic downtime, nuisance faults, repeat failures, and intermittent issues with the goal of eliminating recurrence. • Identify weak points in equipment design, maintenance strategy, spare parts readiness, component selection, or operating practice and recommend durable corrective actions. • Participate in and support reliability-centered maintenance activities including PM optimization, predictive maintenance, spare parts strategy, FMEA, TPM, and critical asset planning. • Use historical downtime data, alarm history, failure patterns, and maintenance records to prioritize improvement efforts. • Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions that improve machine reliability, process stability, throughput, and safety. System Integration & Technical Improvement
• Support automation engineers with equipment upgrades, controls modifications, retrofits, and integration of new automation technologies. • Participate in commissioning, startup, debug, and validation of new robotic cells, automation systems, and production equipment. • Assist in proving out system functionality after installation or major maintenance, including verification of machine performance, safety systems, communications, and process repeatability. • Recommend and help implement improvements to increase equipment robustness, reduce cycle interruptions, improve fault recovery, and simplify maintenance access. • Support integration and troubleshooting of industrial communication systems including EtherNet/IP, Profinet, device-level networks, remote I/O, and smart instrumentation. • Contribute technical input to capital projects, controls upgrades, and equipment redesign efforts based on hands-on operational experience. Production and Process Support
• Respond rapidly to equipment downtime while balancing immediate recovery with thorough technical evaluation. • Work cross-functionally with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve process-related automation issues that affect output, scrap, repeatability, or product quality. • Distinguish between machine faults, process faults, programming issues, setup errors, and operator-driven variation in order to apply the right corrective action. • Support product and process changeovers requiring advanced equipment adjustment, reteaching, recalibration, or program verification. • Assist in developing robust recovery methods for process interruptions to minimize scrap and unplanned downtime. • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to maintenance technicians and operators on equipment behavior, fault recovery, and basic troubleshooting practices. Documentation, Standardization, and Knowledge Capture
• Maintain detailed records of troubleshooting findings, root cause conclusions, corrective actions, program changes, and equipment modifications. • Update electrical schematics, troubleshooting guides, recovery procedures, PM documents, and maintenance work instructions as needed. • Document lessons learned from major failures and support creation of troubleshooting standards to improve future response. • Help build technical documentation that improves repeatability, accelerates diagnosis, and reduces dependency on tribal knowledge. • Ensure all repairs, modifications, and adjustments are properly communicated and recorded in accordance with site procedures. Safety, Risk Reduction, and Compliance
• Follow all GE Vernova, local site, and regulatory safety requirements related to electrical systems, robotics, automation equipment, and machine safeguarding. • Execute and support lockout/tagout, arc flash awareness, stored energy isolation, and machine safety verification activities. • Troubleshoot and maintain safety systems including light curtains, interlocks, guarding, safety relays, safety PLCs, and emergency stop circuits. • Identify equipment conditions that create safety, quality, or reliability risk and escalate or correct them appropriately. • Support safe startup and restart of automated systems following maintenance, fault recovery, or system modification. Qualifications/Requirements
• Associate degree, technical diploma, or certification in one of the following: • Mechatronics • Robotics • Industrial Automation • Electrical Technology • Mechanical Technology • Controls Technology or equivalent hands-on experience
• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing, automation, robotics, or advanced maintenance environment. • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting integrated industrial equipment beyond routine component replacement. • Working knowledge of: • industrial robotics • PLC-controlled systems • industrial electrical systems • servo and motion systems • mechanical power transmission • pneumatic and hydraulic systems • machine safety systems
• Flexibility: Willingness to work A, B, or C Shift. • A: 5AM - 3:30PM (MON, TUES, WED, TH) • B: 3:30PM - 2AM (MON, TUES, WED, TH) • C: 6AM - 6:30PM (FRI, SAT, SUN)
Desired Education/Experience
• Experience supporting complex automated manufacturing systems with multiple integrated subsystems. • Experience with industrial robots and cobots such as: • FANUC • KUKA • ABB • Yaskawa Motoman
• Familiarity with PLC and controls platforms such as: • Siemens • Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley
• Experience with: • servo drives and motion control • VFDs and motor control systems • industrial networks such as EtherNet/IP and Profinet • vision systems • automated conveyors and material handling • safety PLCs and machine guarding systems • data collection or condition monitoring tools
• Experience participating in root cause investigations, reliability improvement efforts, and startup/commissioning activities. • Ability to read and interpret: • electrical schematics • ladder logic • panel layouts • P&IDs • mechanical drawings • robot and automation documentation
Key Skills
• Advanced troubleshooting and fault isolation • Root cause analysis and structured problem solving • Robotics and automation system diagnostics • PLC, HMI, and controls troubleshooting • Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagnostics • Ability to diagnose intermittent and systemic failures • Strong technical judgment under production pressure • Continuous improvement and reliability mindset • Clear communication across maintenance, engineering, and operations teams • Technical documentation and knowledge sharing • Ability to work independently on complex problems with limited supervision Other Requirements/Responsibilities
• Obey all safety rules including wearing personal protective equipment such as safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection in designated areas. • Comply with all practices and procedures including the GE Vernova Bangor Handbook, the Code of Mutual Respect, and the GE Vernova Spirit & Letter. • Qualify for and utilize specialized personal protective equipment (e.g. respirator, arc flash and fall protection), as required for the position. • Perform a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities by effectively utilizing cross-training and multi-skilling. This includes, but is not limited to, operating multiple machines simultaneously within the same shop/area and based on business needs. • Foster a safety culture by engaging in and supporting Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) audits, training sessions, related activities, and compliance with Life-Saving Rules (LSR). • Ensure that all products consistently meet or exceed the quality standards and customer expectations. Additionally, identify and address any quality issues promptly to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction. • Deliver the products/services right the first time, every time, with focus, using standard work and lean to ensure both safety and quality objectives are met and sustained. • Embrace innovation and a continuous improvement/lean mindset through collaborative efforts with Safety/Quality/Delivery/Cost/Culture initiatives supporting the overall success of the Bangor and GE Vernova Teams. • Innovate and solve problems rapidly with rigor, transparency, and to Stop Work when needed. • Complete all required certifications promptly and within designated timeframes. • Adhere to established company standard work procedures and continuously seek process improvements. • Complete all required training promptly and thoroughly. • Treat others with dignity and respect while being committed to proactively solving problems, raising concerns, and working collaboratively as one team. • Communicate with transparency, integrity, and respect to foster positive working relationships. • Take ownership of work and roles/responsibilities so each individual and each team is accountable for delivering on commitments. Job Assessment/Interview Requirements
• Must successfully pass an assessment to demonstrate knowledge and ability in utilizing significant mechanical, electrical, and programmable logic controller experience and troubleshooting. • Interview based role
Pay Transparency: The starting pay rate for this position is $43.2016/hr plus a 10% shift bonus. The position will remain open until a candidate is identified for offer.
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