Experienced Electrical Technical Field Advisor

About the role

The position involves installing, commissioning, operating, and troubleshooting generator excitation systems, digital electronic starters (LCI), generator protection systems, and associated wiring for gas and steam turbines. It also includes configuring, modifying, and troubleshooting hardware and software associated with turbine and generator control systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, operate, and troubleshoot generator excitation systems, digital electronic starters (LCI), generator protection systems, and associated wiring for gas and steam turbines.
• Configure, modify, and troubleshoot hardware and software associated with turbine and generator control systems.
• Trace and interpret software documentation, modify control constants, and adjust software sequencing as required to support system performance.
• Implement excitation control system software changes and work with both legacy and modern operator interfaces, including DOS- and Windows NT-based systems.
• Apply knowledge of analog and digital controls, control logic, PLCs, instrumentation, and turbine auxiliary systems to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Provide technical direction for electrical wiring installation and termination, complete functionality checks, and troubleshoot turbine excitation and LCI systems.
• Perform and support turbine and generator start-up and shutdown sequencing, ensuring systems operate according to technical and contractual requirements.
• Review plant engineering documentation, including P&IDs and related technical materials, to understand system configurations and support field execution.
• Plan and coordinate pre-outage activities, installations, and field work, including labor, tools, materials, equipment, and other required resources.
• Support control of project costs, quality, equipment preservation, security, and safekeeping of turbine modules, tools, spare parts, trailers, cranes, and related assets.
• Develop or recommend field policies and procedures and proactively support continuous improvements in execution and operational practices.
• Collaborate effectively with field personnel, customers, and project teams while using sound judgment to resolve issues and keep assignments progressing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or at least 5 years of relevant experience without a formal degree.
• Relevant experience should include power plant maintenance, turbine generator maintenance, power plant equipment installation, commissioning, or closely related field engineering work.
• Successful completion of all required technical and company training programs is mandatory.
• Demonstrated experience successfully supporting power plant installations and outages, with the ability to operate independently while knowing when and where to seek additional technical guidance.
• Experience with gas turbine driver control systems and auxiliary systems is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, controls, PLCs, analog and digital control systems, and turbine control technologies.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities, with practical experience diagnosing complex electrical, control, hardware, and software issues.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to understand and work with technical software documentation and operator interfaces.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers, field teams, engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, manage priorities, and plan and accomplish objectives using extensive technical and field experience.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, demanding field environments where assignments, schedules, and priorities can change quickly.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently and work offshore, as well as work holidays, weekends, and overtime when required by project assignments.

Benefits

• Annual salary range of $75,300–$124,300, depending on qualifications, experience, and applicable compensation considerations.
• Exempt position with compensation structured outside of overtime eligibility.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance coverage.
• Retail retirement savings benefits.
• Health and wellness reimbursement programs.
• Opportunity to work on critical power-generation equipment and complex energy infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on exposure to advanced turbine, generator, excitation, controls, and commissioning technologies.
• Career development opportunities through technical training and field experience.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment with equal employment opportunities.