Sr. Electrical Field Service Tech (Substation Maintenance 90% travel)

Job Description

Job Description

DID YOU SAY POWER GENERATION & AUTOMATION??

Picture yourself as Johnny On The Spot. You are a detective on the move hunting power plant puzzles. You track clues in VFD logs and study relay trip histories to crack the case of the mysterious outage. You jet off to new destinations and partner with plant teams to pull off smart fixes on demand. You leave every site running smoother than before. If poring over technical mysteries against the clock makes you smile and if passport stamps excite you more than souvenir keychains and if a suitcase and a multimeter are your favorite travel duo then pack your curiosity and sense of humor and let’s hit the road!

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated Senior Field Service Engineer with a strong background in power generation, automation, and protective relaying systems. This position involves both domestic and offshore travel to support commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and automation systems on marine vessels, industrial facilities, and power distribution systems.

The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience with switchgear, VFDs, PLCs, protective relays, and power generation equipment. Strong communication skills and a passion for solving complex technical challenges are key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform on-site commissioning, inspection, and troubleshooting power generation and distribution systems aboard marine vessels and     industrial sites
• Interface with vessel and plant management systems, ensuring proper integration of VFDs, automation systems, and external vendor control equipment
• Conduct protective relay testing (electromechanical and microprocessor-based), including Schweitzer, GE Multilin, Basler, and Siemens relays
• Install, program, and support PLC and HMI systems (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Concept, RSView)
• Provide support for communication networks such as Modbus, Ethernet, and fiber optic systems
• Conduct equipment demonstrations and training for clients on generator systems, remote racking systems, and safety devices
• Interpret electrical schematics and perform high- and low-voltage testing, thermographic surveys, DGA, and trip unit testing
• Deliver technical documentation and reports in alignment with Coast Guard, ABS, and customer requirements
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to resolve complex system integration challenges
• Provide customer support for warranty and post-installation service

Qualifications

Preferred

Work Environment