Field Service Technician

Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician to install, commission, troubleshoot, and support BESS systems and related third-party products at customer sites. You will use field service tools, write reports, and train customers on system functionality.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in Electrical/Electronics/Power electronics, renewable energy exposure, NFPA70E training, and willingness to travel up to 100% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-3 years field experience in Electrical/Electronics/Power electronics and/or network communications recommended.
• Trade or vocational college focusing on electrical work/renewable energy/electronics preferred.
• Prior experience in renewable industry, preferably energy storage, strongly preferred.
• Electrical safety training, NFPA70E or similar.
• Medium Voltage/ Substation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, troubleshoot, repair and analyze Eos commercial BESS as well as third-party products in the field, remote via email, telephone and remote support tools, and site visits.
• Utilize Field Service and Work Order Management tools to retrieve and update information timely and accurately.
• Write reports, train customers, and respond to customers’ concerns regarding the functionality and performance of their system.
• Develop detailed knowledge of Eos’ commercial products and third-party products sold by Eos.
• Acceptance & performance testing, troubleshooting, installation, startups, shutdowns, commissioning, and turnarounds of BESS.
• On a regular base work with high voltage DC electricity, three phase power, and the relevant software of the BESS and third part products.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Skills

Electrical safety

Field service

High voltage systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

PLC / controls experience

Travel up to 100%

Documentation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Electrical/Electronics/Power electronics experience (1-3 years)

Trade or vocational college (electrical/renewable energy)

Renewable energy experience (preferred)

NFPA70E electrical safety training

Medium Voltage / Substation experience (plus)

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

The Field Service Technician is accountable for system installation, commissioning, and customer support. Reviewing and resolving warranty claims and assisting customers with non-warranty issues. The technician is also responsible for supporting services and maintenance of existing systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, troubleshoot, repair and analyze Eos commercial BESS as well as third-party products sold by Eos in the field, remote via email, telephone and remote support tools (i.e. AR remote support tools), and site visits.
• Utilize company provided Field Service and Work Order Management tools to retrieve and update information timely and accurately.
• Write reports, train customers, and respond to customers’ concerns regarding the functionality and performance of their system.
• Develop detailed knowledge of Eos’ commercial products and third-party products sold by Eos.
• Acceptance & performance testing, troubleshooting, installation, startups, shutdowns, commissioning, and turnarounds of BESS.
• On a regular base work with high voltage DC electricity, three phase power, and the relevant software of the BESS and third part products.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently, but may collaborate with Sr. FSTs and Engineers.
• Ability to communicate challenges in a forthright and accurate manner.
• Solid Computer skills: Windows, Office, Programming (PLC, controls experience a plus)
• Awareness of electrical, crane, forklift and construction work safety.
• Understanding of DC Electrical systems and controls.
• Knowledge using electrical voltage meters and electrical testing equipment.
• Exceptional communication skills: ability to lead by example and through influence.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally and work at field installations up to 100% of working time for up to three weeks at a time.
• Ability to work at great heights, work in extreme environments, perform prolonged periods of repetitious duties, lift at least 50 pounds frequently.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one to three (1-3) year of (field) experience in Electrical/Electronics/Power electronics and or network communications is recommended.
• Trade or vocational college focusing on electrical work/renewable energy/electronics preferred.
• Prior experience in the renewable industry, preferable energy storage, is strongly preferred.
• Experience in applied problem-solving methodology.
• Electrical safety training, NFPA70E or similar.
• Medium Voltage/ Substation experience is a plus.

Travel

• 100%: Local, Overnight/North America, International

Working Conditions

• Office Environment - Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time and occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. May be required to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Factory - The worker may be subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, vibration, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to temperature changes or exposure to chemicals. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, odors, dust, mists, and gases. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and lab coats. May be required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Customer/Partner Locations –Employee may visit customer or partner locations that may be comprised of office, manufacturing floor, laboratory environments and construction sites depending on the location and reason for visit