Lead Generator Engineer

About the role

The role is responsible for ensuring long-term generator reliability across the full Inquiry-to-Remittance (ITR) cycle. The engineer provides technical support for outages, parts, repairs, and upgrades, including solution development, technical proposals, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive engineering documentation, including detailed Test & Inspection Plans, Outage Optimization recommendations, and Work Instructions to ensure efficient outage execution and optimization.
• Plan and lead all engineering tasks and activities during the execution phase of projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines and objectives.
• Provide engineering directions to customers and repair service centers, ensuring safety, quality, and effectiveness.
• Resolve NCR (Non-Conformance) issues and lead the development and implementation of engineering solutions, ensuring minimal disruption to outages or operations.
• Respond to Engineering Requests (ER) promptly and effectively, providing on time delivery with high quality.
• Deliver projects with a sense of urgency, maintaining strict adherence to cost and quality standards without compromising safety.
• Lead and actively participate in Root Cause Analyses (RCAs), driving effective problem-solving and CAPA.
• Prepare detailed technical proposals and scope definitions for generator upgrades and repairs during the tendering process (R1 & R2), ensuring comprehensive coverage of outage requirements.
• Support generator New Product Introduction (NPI) development programs, contributing to the successful launch of new products.
• Provide strategic recommendations for the development and continuous improvement of generator maintenance and repair procedures, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
• Support initiatives aimed at cost reduction, cycle reduction, and product quality enhancement, driving continuous improvement across projects.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date generator unit records and configuration, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or Physics
• 5+ years of proven experience in generator manufacturing, repair, and overhaul processes
• Understanding of stator and rotor rewinding activities and associated measurement techniques
• Knowledge of synchronous generator design, construction, and insulation technologies

Desired Characteristics

• Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and presentation capabilities
• Strong organizational and coordination abilities
• Customer service mindset focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost
• Willingness to travel to customer sites
• Experience with both legacy Alstom and GE generator technologies
• Proficiency in lean methodology and continuous improvement tools
• Knowledge of measurement tools and equipment
• Commercial awareness and business acumen
• Experience in on-site execution and workshop processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and PLM systems (RPDM/VPDM)