FLNG Electrical Maintenance Technician

New Fortress Energy; Altamira; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An energy firm located in Altamira, Tamaulipas is seeking a maintenance technician for LNG facilities. Responsibilities include developing safety protocols, ensuring compliance with maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting electrical systems. Candidates should have an Electrical Technician Diploma and 3-5+ years of relevant experience in LNG or industrial settings. Bilingual candidates are preferred, and the position requires a rotation schedule.

Formación

• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in LNG, oil & gas, or industrial facilities.
• Proven experience with HV/MV systems and preventive maintenance.
• Certifications like NFPA 70E and OSHA 30-Hour are required.

Responsabilidades

• Embrace a safety culture for zero harm.
• Support development of maintenance procedures.
• Ensure compliance to maintenance schedules.

Conocimientos

Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Analytical Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Educación

Electrical Technician Diploma or similar

Herramientas

Diagnostic Tools

CMMS Software (e.g., SAP, Maximo)

VFDs

Descripción del empleo

Offshore

• Embrace and encourage a safety culture that results in Zero harm to people, the facility or the Company’s reputation.

• Supporting the development of Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Procedures and ensuring its compliance

• Ensure continuous availability and high levels of equipment functionality and reliability to the facility

• Ensure that Work Orders are properly prioritized, permitted and executed in a safe and effective manner

• Work collaboratively with discipline resources and support services to ensure understanding of tasks to be performed, risk awareness and permitting requirements

• Support the development and implementation of the spare parts evaluation and selection.

• Support Planning and Scheduling efforts to ensure safe and efficient use of personnel and other Company resources.

• Ensure high level of compliance to maintenance schedule with focus on equipment relative to safety, critical elements and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure that the Area Maintenance execution backlogs are kept to target levels

• Determine non-stock material needs and initiate purchasing process

• Support Maintenance Supervisor and OIM in achieving stated goals and targets.

Qualifications Education and Experience:

• Electrical Technician Diploma, associate’s degree, or similar qualification.

• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience working in an LNG, oil & gas, power generation, or industrial facility.

• Proven experience working with HV/MV systems, troubleshooting, and performing preventative maintenance.

Certifications:

• Must have: NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training, OSHA 30-Hour Certification, HV/MV electrical systems training, First Aid/CPR (recommended)

• Nice to have: CompEx, NETA Certification Software:

• Familiarity with SCADA systems, PLCs, and HMI for monitoring electrical systems.

• Ability to interpret electrical drawings (e.g., single-line diagrams, schematics)

• Experience with CMMS software for tracking maintenance work orders (e.g., SAP, Maximo).

Tools:

• Competence with diagnostic tools: Megger, primary/secondary injection testers, power analyzers, thermal imaging, etc

• Proficient in operating and troubleshooting Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), motors, and generators. Technical Skills:

• Expertise in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of switchgear, transformers, and circuit breakers.

• Familiarity with power distribution systems in LNG plants, including load management and system protection.

• Proficiency in performing electrical testing (e.g., insulation resistance, continuity, relay testing, Doble testing).

• Knowledge of Electrical Safety Standards (e.g., NFPA 70E, IEEE, IEC, OSHA regulations).

• Understanding of Hazardous Area Classifications (ATEX, NEC, IEC) and intrinsically safe equipment.

Safety and Compliance:

• Strong understanding of lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

• Knowledge of electrical safety audits and risk assessments.

• Experience in LNG safety protocols, cryogenic systems, and hazardous environments.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing electrical issues.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Clear communication skills for reporting issues and collaborating with operations teams.

• Adaptability to work under pressure in critical LNG operations

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Other:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

• Available to work a 21/21 rotation schedule