Field Service Engineer

EthosEnergy Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 335,000 - 513,000; Full time

Job summary

EthosEnergy is seeking a Field Service Engineer to provide technical expertise and hands-on support for centrifugal compressors and steam turbines across customers in power, oil & gas, and refining sectors. The role involves extensive international travel and strict adherence to safety and site procedures.

You will inspect and diagnose equipment, perform overhauls, install and commission components, prepare reports, and train customers while coordinating with project managers, planners, and

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Several years of field experience with rotating equipment.
• Experience with compressor OEMs such as MAN, Siemens Energy, Baker Hughes, Elliott, Dresser-Rand, Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand, or similar equipment manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Perform compressor inspections, troubleshooting, and fault diagnosis.
• Execute major overhauls, maintenance, repairs, and equipment upgrades.
• Install and commission compressors, seals, bearings, gearboxes, and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct vibration, performance, and mechanical condition assessments.
• Interpret engineering drawings, OEM manuals, and technical documentation.
• Supervise technicians and coordinate field activities during outages and shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, permits, and site requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, service reports, and recommendations for customers.
• Provide customer technical support and training.
• Coordinate with project managers, planners, and workshop teams to execute field work successfully.

Skills

Centrifugal compressors

Steam turbines

Gearboxes

Mechanical seals and dry gas seals

Bearings and lubrication systems

Vibration analysis

Alignment and balancing

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Education

Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

As Field Service Engineer, you will provide technical expertise and hands‑on support for centrifugal compressors, and steam turbines to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of customer equipment. This role often involves extensive travel to power plants, oil & gas facilities, refineries, petrochemical plants, and industrial sites.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform compressor inspections, troubleshooting, and fault diagnosis.
• Execute major overhauls, maintenance, repairs, and equipment upgrades.
• Install and commission compressors, seals, bearings, gearboxes, and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct vibration, performance, and mechanical condition assessments.
• Interpret engineering drawings, OEM manuals, and technical documentation.
• Supervise technicians and coordinate field activities during outages and shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, permits, and site requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, service reports, and recommendations for customers.
• Provide customer technical support and training.
• Coordinate with project managers, planners, and workshop teams to execute field work successfully.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of:- Centrifugal compressors- Steam turbines- Gearboxes- Mechanical seals and dry gas seals- Bearings and lubrication systems- Vibration analysis- Alignment and balancing- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and OEM manuals.
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Familiarity with rotating equipment safety practices.

Experience

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Several years of field experience with rotating equipment.
• Experience with compressor OEMs such as MAN, Siemens Energy, Baker Hughes, Elliott, Dresser‑Rand, Atlas Copco, Ingersoll Rand, or similar equipment manufacturers.

Education Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to travel internationally is required. Candidate must hold, or be able to obtain, a valid passport and have a clear background to obtain a work visa in the various countries where we will conduct business.

EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.