Product Service & Sustaining Engineer
Plug Power · Albany, NY · 2 wk ago
Quality Assurance$79k–$119k/yrFull-time
Core Duties And Responsibilities
- Build and maintain technical product knowledge
- Develop and release service engineering deliverables to support maintenance, commissioning, monitoring & diagnostics, operations, and service cost estimation for new product introductions
- Ensure serviceability, reliability, and lifecycle cost considerations are integrated into product design and release processes
- Collaborate with vendors, development engineering, and supply chain teams to investigate and resolve system and component failures
- Perform root cause analysis using 8D problem solving methodology and drive corrective and preventive actions
- Develop, release, and execute field design changes, retrofits, and product improvement programs
- Maintain configuration control and ensure proper documentation of updates across installed base
- Apply and drive the Management of Change (MOC) process to ensure all design and field changes are properly assessed, approved, documented, and communicated across stakeholders
- Support customer escalations with timely technical analysis and resolution plans
- Establish and maintain warranty disposition criteria and processes
- Analyze warranty data and field performance trends to inform design improvements and cost control strategies
- Collaborate directly with customers to provide product KPIs, incident management updates, and progress on improvement initiatives
- Communicate technical issues, resolutions, and reliability improvements in a clear and structured manner
- Travel to customer locations to perform technical functions including repair and troubleshooting as required; author incident reports and communicate with onsite personnel
- Develop and provide technical training to external clients and internal staff members including on-site Service Technicians
- Write and execute test plans for system level component diagnostics and reliability improvements
- Provide 2nd and 3rd tier engineering technical support as needed
- Build effective internal relationships with colleagues; work both inter-departmentally and cross-functionally as needed for project assignments
- Manage project assignments with a focus on delivering high caliber results in a timely fashion
- Maintain an understanding of high priority engineering projects; be prepared to contribute as needed to priority projects
- Represent Plug Power in a professional manner in all interactions; support the philosophy of the organization to provide high-performing technology to maximize customer satisfaction
- Use expert level knowledge of change processes, documentation practices, safety protocols, and analytical tools to drive changes through the company.
Education And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, systems or controls engineering
- Five (5) to ten (10) years of related work experience
- Mechanical and electrical system aptitude to understand system operations, diagnose failure modes and causes, and resolve issues
- Strong knowledge of automation systems, including PLCs, SCADA, and distributed control systems (DCS)
- Understanding of process engineering principles, particularly as applied to gas handling, fluid systems, and energy infrastructure
- Familiarity with industrial codes and standards (e.g., electrical, pressure systems, safety, and hazardous area classifications) and ability to apply them in design, troubleshooting, and field modifications
Pay
Pay Rate: $79,200.00 - $118,800.00
We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:
- Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment.
- If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply.
- The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
- 401(k) with 5% company match
- Bonus eligibility
- Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
- Paid Holidays
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
- Fertility and Family Building Benefit
- Employee Referral program
- Employee Assistance Program