Field Service Technician - Power Generation
Principle Responsibilities and Duties
- Support Factory Testing & Pre-Dispatch
- Assist with FAT, functional testing of generators/aux systems
- Auxiliary inspections, pre-dispatch commissioning
- Verify mechanical, electrical, controls readiness
- Develop and close punch lists
- Site Commissioning & Startup
- Support mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, startup
- Assist with synchronization, performance, operational testing
- Perform system checks and validation
- Cookordination with OEMs, EPC, field teams to resolve issues
- Reliability & Troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, operational issues
- Analyze performance data, alarms, trends
- Recommend actions to improve reliability/performance
- Support RCFA for engines, controls, auxiliaries
- BOP & Controls Support
- Support BOP systems: switchgear, transformers, SCR, fuel gas
- Aid with control settings and parameter adjustments
- Design & Constructability
- Review layouts/designs for commissioning/maintenance
- Advise on access, clearances, spacing
- Support RAM, HAZOP, constructability reviews
- Identify operational/maintenance risks early
- Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of reciprocating engine-driven power generation equipment.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Demonstrated experience supporting generator set startup, commissioning, and maintenance planning activities.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, P&IDs, electrical drawings, and commissioning procedures.
- Willingness to travel to project and customer sites across the United States
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with large gas engine platforms (CAT CG260/3520, Waukesha 9394/16V275, Jenbacher, or similar)
- Experience supporting factory testing (FAT) and site commissioning of generator packages.
- Familiarity with reliability and availability concepts for power generation equipment
- Knowledge of emissions control systems (e.g., SCR) and associated auxiliary equipment.
- Exposure to basic controls settings, tunable, and generator synchronization concepts
- Experience supporting plant startups, outages, and operational troubleshooting events.
- Advanced mechanical, electrical and operational troubleshooting skills
- Strong understanding of generator set commissioning and startup practices.
- Ability to work independently in field environments and during critical startup events.
- Effective communication with engineers, operations personnel, OEM technicians, and EPC contractors
- Strong safety awareness and adherence to plant procedures and commissioning protocols
- Combination of field, plant, factory, and occasional office environments
- Travel to OEM facilities, fabrication shops, and customer project sites as required.
- Support during commissioning, startup, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
- Generous healthcare, dental and vision plans
- 401(k) employer matching
- Generous paid time off program
- Employee equity plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Fun office environment
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About Us
Enerflex is a premier integrated global provider of energy infrastructure solutions, covering gas processing, compression, power generation, refrigeration, cryogenic, energy transition, and water solutions. We proudly employ more than 5,000 highly skilled employees across over 25 countries worldwide.
We transform energy for a sustainable future. Our core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Creativity, and Success guide our actions across all aspects of the business. Our innovation, strong commitment to safety, and superior service to our customers position us as the optimal partner to meet the needs of the dynamic energy industry.
We foster a culture where our employees have the tools to do their jobs right, but also thrive in their roles. We offer competitive wages, extensive rewards programs, celebrate individual and team successes, and are committed to ensuring Enerflex remains a safe and inclusive space for all.
What Enerflex Offers You
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.