Field Service Engineer — Gas Turbine Installations

Caterpillar Brazil; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Field Service Representative at Caterpillar Inc. will perform planned maintenance, inspections, and component replacement on turbine and package systems at customer sites, with heavy travel. The role is field-based and requires strict adherence to safety and maintenance procedures.

Candidates should have vocational education or equivalent, strong electrical/mechanical skills, and the ability to troubleshoot using diagnostic tools while documenting work via digital reporting systems.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of electrical systems and electrical safety.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand and power tools.
• Ability to interpret maintenance procedures and technical documentation.
• Basic knowledge of turbine control systems, software applications, and PLC functionality.
• Ability to perform troubleshooting using standard diagnostic tools and procedures.
• Confident use of Windows computers and enterprise software applications.
• Analytical and critical thinking.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently and follow established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance according to protocols and work instructions.
• Replace consumable components such as oil, gas, and air filters.
• Inspect equipment and document findings with photos and digital reports.
• Verify operation of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Perform borescope inspections and record results.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment failures and outages.
• Support major component exchanges (turbines, gearboxes, generators) during maintenance.
• Record maintenance activities using company software and digital tools.
• Follow site safety rules and procedures at all times.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading docs

Windows/enterprise software

English proficiency

Teamwork

Attention to safety

Independent work

PLC basics

Education

Vocational education or technical apprenticeship

Job description

The Field Service Representative at Caterpillar Inc. will perform planned maintenance, inspections, and component replacement on turbine and package systems at customer sites, with heavy travel. The role is field-based and requires strict adherence to safety and maintenance procedures.

Candidates should have vocational education or equivalent, strong electrical/mechanical skills, and the ability to troubleshoot using diagnostic tools while documenting work via digital reporting systems.