Field Service Engineer

B&W MEGTEC; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Field Service Engineer to conduct inspections, support sales, and provide technical training on equipment. This entry-level position involves extensive travel and responsibilities such as performance testing and advising customers on equipment conditions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant experience, and be prepared to work flexible hours. Excellent communication and organization skills are a must.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or 5-7 years relevant experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is preferred.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, tuning, and operational audits on equipment.
• Conduct visual inspections and performance tests.
• Provide technical support for project implementation.
• Prepare and deliver technical training to customers.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Time management

Willingness to learn

Familiarity with boilers

Knowledge of ASME, NFPA codes

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

5-7 years of relevant experience

Job description

Job Description

Description

A Field Service Engineer works independently or with more experienced engineers in performing inspections, tuning, operational audits, pre‑commissioning testing on boilers and environmental equipment. Entry‑level engineers will work closely with senior engineers and the District Engineer. Field Service Engineering provides great job variety and challenging and rewarding assignments in which the engineer develops practical knowledge of power plants and all aspects of B&W products.

Specific Duties

• Gain familiarity with B&W and its customer power and process equipment.
• Support sales and educate customers on B&W’s full service, replacement parts, and construction capabilities.
• Conduct visual inspections and performance tests of power and process equipment. Assume on‑site responsibility for shutdown inspection or commissioning activities.
• Advise customers on equipment condition, design, and operation.
• Provide technical support to other B&W departments for project estimating, implementation, and execution.
• Perform engineering assignments that may involve equipment or product design, testing and data collection, process studies, root cause and failure analyses, or research investigations.
• Produce timely and accurate reports: inspection and maintenance reports, commissioning reports, expense reports, daily punch lists.
• Prepare and deliver technical training and operating instructions to customers.
• Service all Western provinces and other provinces as needed. The incumbent will work from the Edmonton office and possibly at home during certain times. This position requires extensive travel (90%) including driving on client/customer property and may be required with short notice.

Qualifications

Education and/or Relevant Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or 5‑7 years of relevant experience in lieu. An Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) is preferred.

Candidate Requirements

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work according to our customers’ schedules which may include weekends / after hours.
• Must be able to wear proper PPE for the job.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Ability to work as a team member on projects with an aptitude for problem solving.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities.
• Positive presence and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently, self‑starter, and motivator.
• Eager to learn and improve technical skills.
• Familiarity with boilers and steam generating equipment.
• Experience with, or a willingness to learn, equipment operations.
• Familiarity with ASME, NFPA and related codes, welding procedures.