Generator Field Service Engineer

Siemens Energy; Texas; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and development opportun

Company paid health and wellness benef

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Siemens Energy seeks a Seasonal Generator Field Services Engineer to provide field engineering oversight for generator work across outages and operations. This role includes customer communication, crew supervision, and hands-on testing, with a heavy travel schedule and long hours.

Based in Region North America, you will work with global engineering teams, gain practical experience, and help ensure safe, reliable power plant performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; bachelor's in engineering is a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of field service experience preferred.
• Able to meet physical demands: climb ladders, outdoor work, lift up to 40 lbs.
• Willing to travel 200–250 days/year; deployments 2–15 weeks.
• 100% remote due to travel; must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide field engineering oversight for generator work and outages.
• Supervise technicians during maintenance and repair of generators.
• Conduct visual inspections and electrical/mechanical testing.
• Coordinate with global engineering teams for testing/diagnostics.
• Serve as primary customer contact during outages.

Skills

Field service

Inspection

Testing

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Engineering degree pursued

Tools

Generator testing tools

Repair tools

Electrical apparatus knowledge

Job description

Seasonal Generator Field Services Engineer provides field engineering oversight on all types of generator work for a minimum of 1560 hours per year. The successful candidate performs inspection, testing, communicates to customers both internal and external, and provides crew supervision. Typical work weeks while in the field range from 60-91 hours per week. This position offers 4 months of optional work time to help with the employee’s work-life balance The Seasonal Generator Field Services Engineer will be accountable to perform crew supervision, inspection, testing, and communication to customers both internal and external. This position is part of Turbine and Generator Specialty Services based in Region North America but serves customers globally. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys traveling and is looking to begin their engineering career!

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop expertise in equipment operation, maintenance, job site safety, project management, leadership, and Siemens Energy business systems through hands-on training with senior field service engineers.
• Supervise technicians performing maintenance and repair work on generator equipment during planned and unplanned power plant outages.
• Conduct visual inspections and perform electrical and mechanical testing to assess equipment condition and performance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams worldwide to execute specialized mechanical and electrical testing and diagnostics.
• Analyze findings and work with engineering to provide customers with recommendations for necessary repairs and maintenance.
• Serve as the primary customer contact during outages, ensuring repairs are completed accurately, safely, and on schedule

What You Bring

• Must have either a High School diploma/GED; pursuing or have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or related field is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 mos experience in field service is preferred; Candidates with more experience may be eligible for a more senior level position.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including climbing ladders, working in confined spaces and outdoor conditions, walking long distances, and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Working knowledge of large electrical apparatus, including but not limited to, generator inspection, testing, generator rewinds and repairs; This position is 100% REMOTE due to 100% travel is required.
• Team-oriented professional who collaborates effectively with customers and colleagues to deliver exceptional service and Self-motivated leader with the initiative to use available resources and guide others in developing innovative solutions.
• Willing to travel typically 200-250 days per year for anywhere from 2-15 weeks at a time. (While deployed, you will work extended working hours of up to 12-14 hours per day including weekends/holidays, 6 - 7 days per week. A typical work week can be 60-84 hours.)

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Gas Services

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: [1] https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits