Senior Level Power Generation Technician Jobs
Senior level power generation technician jobs put experienced professionals in charge of complex system troubleshooting, maintenance program oversight, and the technician teams or multi-site projects that keep critical infrastructure running. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, with employers like HDR, Amazon, and GE Aerospace hiring at this level now.
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Job Description Summary
The GE Aerospace Chief Consulting Engineer – Power Generation leads projects and initiatives in the US Electrical Power product area with broad scope and high impact to the business. In this role you will be responsible for major assignments with long-term business implications, managing complex issues within power generation functional area (s) of expertise, and contributing to the overall business strategy. See GE Aerospace Controlled Title Holder (CTH) Criteria for additional details on the expectations for a Chief Consulting Engineer.Job Description
Responsibilities:
You will:
- Provide technical consultation and leadership for the US Electrical Power life cycle, acting as the highest technical authority for power generation-related decisions within the Electrical Power domain; Power generation domain primarily covers aerospace class electric machines (Wound Field synchronous, Permanent Magnet, Induction and other types in kW to MW range, 115 Vac to 2000+ Vac class)
- Provide technical leadership in design reviews and relevant design boards to drive industry leading power generation solutions in our product portfolio
- Represent the Chief Engineer’s Office in matters related to power generation design excellence through design practices, technical reviews, and best practices
- Currently with aerospace industry, academia and regulatory initiatives to ensure state of the art competitiveness
- Provide technical mentoring to the global Controlled Titled Holder community and pipeline, and coaching and guidance to engineers in day-to-day activities
- Lead the Power Generation functional element of the Competency Model Framework and Key Technology Areas to build technical competencies across the product area
- Coordinate with other CCEs in product and functional domain on effective strategies within the Chief Engineer’s Office
- Lead Chief Engineer’s Office initiatives to improve engineering process and performance
- Provide leadership, experience and knowledge to help proactively identify and solve technical problems
- Promotes the documentation of lessons learned and their subsequent translation to effective improvement actions within the organization
- Champion the proliferation of FLIGHT DECK through the organization
Essential Qualifications:
- Technical degree in Engineering
- At least 15 years of experience in generation technologies related to Electrical Power product development
- Demonstrated expertise and experience in power generation architecture, high power, high voltage and high-altitude generator systems, generator design, development, modeling and simulation, integration with power converters, knowledge of machine electromagnetic design, thermal and oil system design, mechanical dynamics, test and integration.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as required
- Knowledge and experience of commercial & military aerospace systems practices and associated industry standards, policies and procedures
- Knowledge of and passion for FLIGHT DECK, and the ability to drive this successfully in the organization
- Competency in the fundamentals of the Electrical Power product area
Desired Characteristics:
- Master’s degree in relevant discipline is preferred
- Experience Electrical Power standards and processes
- CTH experience within GE Aerospace
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Strong leadership to pursue correct engineering process in adverse conditions
- Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Job Description Summary
The GE Aerospace Chief Consulting Engineer – Power Generation leads projects and initiatives in the US Electrical Power product area with broad scope and high impact to the business. In this role you will be responsible for major assignments with long-term business implications, managing complex issues within power generation functional area (s) of expertise, and contributing to the overall business strategy. See GE Aerospace Controlled Title Holder (CTH) Criteria for additional details on the expectations for a Chief Consulting Engineer.Job Description
Responsibilities:
You will:
- Provide technical consultation and leadership for the US Electrical Power life cycle, acting as the highest technical authority for power generation-related decisions within the Electrical Power domain; Power generation domain primarily covers aerospace class electric machines (Wound Field synchronous, Permanent Magnet, Induction and other types in kW to MW range, 115 Vac to 2000+ Vac class)
- Provide technical leadership in design reviews and relevant design boards to drive industry leading power generation solutions in our product portfolio
- Represent the Chief Engineer’s Office in matters related to power generation design excellence through design practices, technical reviews, and best practices
- Currently with aerospace industry, academia and regulatory initiatives to ensure state of the art competitiveness
- Provide technical mentoring to the global Controlled Titled Holder community and pipeline, and coaching and guidance to engineers in day-to-day activities
- Lead the Power Generation functional element of the Competency Model Framework and Key Technology Areas to build technical competencies across the product area
- Coordinate with other CCEs in product and functional domain on effective strategies within the Chief Engineer’s Office
- Lead Chief Engineer’s Office initiatives to improve engineering process and performance
- Provide leadership, experience and knowledge to help proactively identify and solve technical problems
- Promotes the documentation of lessons learned and their subsequent translation to effective improvement actions within the organization
- Champion the proliferation of FLIGHT DECK through the organization
Essential Qualifications:
- Technical degree in Engineering
- At least 15 years of experience in generation technologies related to Electrical Power product development
- Demonstrated expertise and experience in power generation architecture, high power, high voltage and high-altitude generator systems, generator design, development, modeling and simulation, integration with power converters, knowledge of machine electromagnetic design, thermal and oil system design, mechanical dynamics, test and integration.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as required
- Knowledge and experience of commercial & military aerospace systems practices and associated industry standards, policies and procedures
- Knowledge of and passion for FLIGHT DECK, and the ability to drive this successfully in the organization
- Competency in the fundamentals of the Electrical Power product area
Desired Characteristics:
- Master’s degree in relevant discipline is preferred
- Experience Electrical Power standards and processes
- CTH experience within GE Aerospace
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Strong leadership to pursue correct engineering process in adverse conditions
- Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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Senior Level Power Generation Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level power generation technician job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of high-voltage systems, generator overhauls, or plant-wide maintenance programs, not just task execution. What gives candidates an edge is a strong record of leading outage planning, training junior technicians, and resolving complex faults without escalation. Certifications like a Class A or B steam engineer license, NFPA 70E, or manufacturer credentials on major OEM equipment signal the technical depth these roles demand.
Which companies hire senior level power generation technicians?
Companies hiring senior level power generation technicians right now include HDR, Amazon, and GE Aerospace, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from utilities, independent power producers, large industrial facilities, and EPC contractors managing capital projects or long-term service agreements.
Are there remote senior level power generation technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field require on-site presence given the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of senior level power generation technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve technical oversight, commissioning support, or field service coordination rather than direct equipment maintenance.
What makes a power generation technician role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by scope and accountability rather than task count. At this stage, technicians own the reliability outcomes for entire systems or facilities, lead root cause analysis on major failures, and set the technical standards that junior and mid-level staff follow. Mentoring less experienced technicians, interfacing with engineering teams, and driving preventive maintenance strategy are core expectations, not occasional responsibilities.
Which industries hire the most senior level power generation technicians?
Senior Level power generation technician roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate continuous or critical power infrastructure where unplanned downtime carries significant operational or safety consequences, making experienced oversight essential.