Lead TFA Generator Mechanical

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GE Vernova, a global leader in sustainable power generation across gas, hydro, nuclear and steam technologies, is seeking a Lead TFA Generator Mechanical for its Field Services team in Milan, Italy. The role sits at the heart of the company's mission to deliver reliable, low‑carbon electricity worldwide, supporting customers who depend on generators for critical power needs. The successful candidate will act as the chief technical authority on‑site for installing, maintaining and repairing large rotating generators. Daily duties include directing on‑site installation crews, performing preventive maintenance and handling emergency repairs, while ensuring precise dial‑ and laser‑alignment work. The lead will coordinate with customer representatives and third‑party contractors to carry out dimensional checks, alignment procedures and aftermarket upgrades, and will produce detailed technical reports that capture all activities and future maintenance recommendations. To be considered, applicants must have a solid background in power‑generation field services. Required qualifications include the ability to read complex electrical and mechanical schematics, deep knowledge of generator operation and control parameters, and proven experience delivering high‑precision alignment tasks. Candidates must have previously worked in a field‑service or power‑generation equipment maintenance role, possess strong project‑management skills to juggle multiple workstreams, and demonstrate a rigorous safety focus. Fluency in both English and Italian is essential, as is a formal engineering degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering (or equivalent professional experience). Experience with BBC, ABB, ALSTOM or other OEM generator equipment, as well as extensive field‑engineering service exposure, is also required. The position is permanent and based in Milan, but expects the incumbent to spend roughly 80 % of the time travelling to customer sites and training locations across Europe. The role offers the chance to mentor junior engineers, act as senior outage representative, and lead complex projects, fostering a high‑performance culture within the field‑service team. GE Vernova emphasizes a supportive environment that values continuous development, work‑life balance, fair compensation and wellbeing programs, while encouraging internal mobility and career growth in a company that powers about a quarter of the world's electricity. What the role asks for: - Fluency in English (professional level) - Fluency in Italian (professional level) - Engineering degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering - Prior field services or power‑generation equipment maintenance experience - Ability to interpret complex electrical and mechanical diagrams - Proficiency in dial and laser alignment techniques - Knowledge of generator operation and controlling parameters - Experience with BBC / ABB / ALSTOM or other OEM equipment - Extensive field engineering services background - Strong project‑management and organizational skills - Ability to travel extensively (≈80 % of time) - Nice‑to‑have: Mentor and senior outage representative experience.