Field Service Engineer - Combustion

Zeeco; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BUPA, Medicash, Critical illness cover

12% Employer contribution to company pension scheme

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Regular social events

Job summary

Zeeco is seeking a proactive and skilled Field Service Engineer to join our team. You will undertake on-site commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities on our equipment across Europe and the Middle East.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical background and is prepared for extensive travel, ensuring outstanding service in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries. We offer comprehensive benefits to support your well-being and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled technician/engineer with a strong technical background.
• Willingness to travel extensively, potentially over 200 days per year.
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and offshore environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site commissioning of legacy and retrofit equipment.
• Prepare Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) and site visit reports.
• Start up and maintain Zeeco's combustion products and systems.

Skills

Strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and PLC control systems

Proactive problem-solving and task completion

Previous experience in combustion within oil, gas, or petrochemical industries

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Job description

Zeeco is a global leader in combustion and environmental solutions, renowned for our expertise in designing, engineering, and manufacturing advanced burners, incinerators, and environmental control systems. Serving a wide array of industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, and power generation, we deliver innovative technologies that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.

At Zeeco, we foster a dynamic work environment driven by a strong culture and supportive leadership that promotes growth and encourages new ideas. Our commitment to technical excellence and client-focused solutions ensures that every decision we make is geared towards providing personalized service and addressing complex challenges. We also prioritize our community, the environment, and each other, creating a team environment where excellence is not just a goal, but a way of life. Join us and contribute to our mission of driving sustainable performance across the globe.

About the job

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Field Service Engineer to join our team at Zeeco Europe. In this role, you will undertake on-site commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities on our legacy installed commissioned fired equipment across Europe whilst fostering strong local relationships with end users. With travel across Europe and the Middle East, you will work with cutting-edge combustion and fired equipment in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries, ensuring our customers receive exceptional service and support.

Key responsibilities

• Conducting on-site commissioning of legacy and retrofit equipment, general maintenance, troubleshooting, fault analysis, and installation supervision.
• Preparing Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS), site visit reports, and maintaining timesheets for submission to clients.
• Starting up and maintaining Zeeco's combustion products and systems, including flare systems, flare gas recovery, boiler burners, process burners, thermal oxidizers, vapour recovery systems, and associated pollution and optical control equipment.
• Identifying potential opportunities for additional aftermarket spares and site service support through service and commissioning activities.
• Supervising on-site turnaround/outages contracts and delivering training both classroom and on site to end-user personnel.
• Adhering to the Company and customer Health and Safety Policies, promoting a safe working environment at all times.

Skills required

• Multi-Skilled Technician/Engineer: Strong technical background with knowledge of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and PLC control systems.
• Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and task completion.
• Willingness to Travel: Prepared for extensive travel, potentially over 200 days per year, for periods of 1-2 weeks at a time.
• Safety Conscious: Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and offshore environments, with a commitment to safety standards.
• Technical Expertise: Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with good computer skills.
• Industry Experience: Previous experience in combustion within the oil, gas, or petrochemical industries is advantageous.
• Time served working away from home is desirable.
• Flexibility to travel for pro-longed periods of time (up to 6 weeks).

Benefits

At Zeeco, we value our employees and are committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional growth, see below some of the great things we offer:

• BUPA, Medicash, Critical illness cover, Employee Assistance Program, Gym membership to support your wellbeing.
• 12% Employer contribution to company pension scheme to help you plan confidently for the future.
• 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays) so you can recharge and maintain a healthy work–life balance.
• Life insurance for added peace of mind.
• Professional growth opportunities, including training, development, and the chance to work alongside world class engineering teams.
• A supportive, safety driven culture where your expertise is valued and your voice matters.
• Regular social events to have fun and enjoy team camaraderie and to promote and protect our culture.