Field Service Engineer
Pentair plc
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Job summary
Pentair Sustainable Process Solutions is seeking a Field Service Engineer based in Denmark. You will install, commission, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair Pentair equipment across Denmark and occasionally internationally, acting as the technical representative on site.
The role combines mechanical, electrical, and process knowledge with strong customer communication. You will travel frequently within Denmark and sometimes abroad while ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality service delivery.
Qualifications
- Requires a technical degree or vocational qualification in mechanical/electrical/mechatronics or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years in field service, maintenance, commissioning or similar technical role.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting, reading drawings, and basic PLC knowledge.
- Experience with industrial process equipment in customer-facing environments is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on biogas upgrading, CO2 recovery, refrigeration, compression, and related process installations.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process-related issues to identify root causes.
- Carry out repairs, modifications, inspections, and service interventions per work orders and procedures.
- Support commissioning, startup, testing, and performance verification of new installations.
- Provide technical support and recommendations to customers on maintenance, operation, and optimization of installed equipment.
- Complete detailed service reports, maintenance records, and timesheets accurately and on time.
Skills
Education
Job description
Pentair Sustainable Process Solutions is experiencing strong growth worldwide. As part of Pentair's commitment to sustainability and energy transition, we provide advanced solutions for biogas upgrading, CO₂ recovery, gas compression, refrigeration, and industrial process systems. Our technologies help customers reduce their carbon footprint, improve energy efficiency, and support the transition to a more sustainable future. Engineered and manufactured primarily from our facilities in the Netherlands, we support customers in more than 150 countries through a global network of service professionals.
To support our continued growth in the Nordic region, we are looking for a: Field Service Engineer Based in Denmark
As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Pentair Sustainable Process Solutions equipment across Denmark and occasionally internationally. You will work independently at customer sites and act as Pentair's technical representative, ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality service delivery. The role requires a strong combination of mechanical, electrical, and process knowledge, together with excellent customer communication skills.
The Field Service Engineer reports to the Field Service Operations Team Lead, based in Venlo, The Netherlands.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on biogas upgrading, CO₂ recovery, refrigeration, compression, and related process installations.
- Execute troubleshooting activities and identify root causes of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process-related issues.
- Carry out repairs, modifications, inspections, and service interventions in accordance with work orders and company procedures.
- Support commissioning, startup, testing, and performance verification of new installations.
- Provide technical support and recommendations to customers regarding maintenance, operation, and optimization of installed equipment.
- Prepare service visits by reviewing work orders, technical documentation, drawings, and required parts.
- Ensure all necessary tools, materials, spare parts, and safety equipment are available before mobilization.
- Coordinate site activities efficiently while minimizing customer downtime.
- Keep service schedules updated and communicate any deviations, risks, or additional work requirements.
- Build strong relationships with customers through professional communication and technical expertise.
- Act as the first technical point of contact during site visits.
- Identify service opportunities and improvement recommendations that create value for the customer.
- Provide clear verbal and written updates regarding progress, findings, and recommendations.
- Complete detailed service reports, maintenance records, and timesheets accurately and on time.
- Document findings, corrective actions, and recommendations using Pentair service systems.
- Report non-conformities, safety observations, and improvement opportunities.
- Ensure full compliance with Pentair and customer HSE requirements.
- Actively promote a strong safety culture and lead by example.
- Conduct risk assessments and follow permit-to-work procedures when required.
- Stop work immediately in unsafe situations and elevate concerns appropriately.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment at all times.
- Participate in the field service on-call rotation to support customers outside regular business hours when required.
- Customers, operators, maintenance personnel and contractors
- Internal service coordinators and planning teams
- Project Management and Engineering teams
- Technical Support specialists
- Spare Parts and Supply Chain teams
- Fluent communication in English is required.
- Knowledge of additional languages such as Danish, German, Dutch, French, Italian, or Swedish is considered an advantage.
- Technical degree or vocational qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Refrigeration Technology, or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a Field Service Engineer, Service Technician, Commissioning Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, or similar technical role.
- Experience working with industrial process equipment in customer-facing environments.
- Experience with international field service activities is considered a plus.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge of pumps, compressors, valves, rotating equipment, and industrial process systems.
- Understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, sensors, motors, and frequency drives.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and P&IDs.
- Basic knowledge of PLC systems and industrial automation.
- Experience with refrigeration, gas compression, biogas, CO₂ recovery, or related process technologies is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with pressure equipment and industrial gas systems is advantageous.
- Customer-focused and service-minded.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently and take ownership of site activities.
- Flexible and willing to travel extensively within Denmark and occasionally internationally.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Structured, responsible, and safety-conscious.
- Positive attitude with a hands-on approach.
- Valid driver's license.
- Willingness to travel frequently within Denmark and internationally when required.
- Ability to work at industrial sites and occasionally outside normal working hours.
- Fluent in Danish and English, both written and spoken, other languages are a pre.
- Relevant safety certifications (e.g., VCA, working at heights, electrical safety) are advantageous.
- A challenging and varied international service role.
- Opportunities to work with innovative and sustainable technologies.
- Comprehensive technical training and development programs.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Company vehicle and modern service tools.
- Career opportunities within a growing global organization committed to sustainability and innovation.
Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success.
We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.
Join Pentair Sustainable Process Solutions and contribute to the energy transition by helping customers operate reliable and sustainable gas processing systems worldwide.
From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive.
Pentair had revenue in 2023 of approximately $4.1 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 10,500 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit Pentair.com.
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