Senior Field Service Engineer — Compressors & Heavy Equipment

Burckhardt Compression AG.; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression US Inc. seeks a Senior Field Service Representative to join our field service team, providing advanced technical support at customer sites and performing major repairs and overhauls on reciprocating and centrifugal compressors and related equipment.

You will diagnose complex mechanical issues, interpret technical drawings, guide junior technicians, and coordinate with customers and internal departments while traveling to sites as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical background with servicing, repairing, troubleshooting, or overhaul of heavy equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of reciprocating compressors and related equipment.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot complex mechanical issues.
• Experience using precision measurement instruments and mechanical diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and service docs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning, and overhauls of compressors and related equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct inspections, measurements, alignments, and component replacements.
• Read technical drawings and service procedures accurately.
• Provide guidance and field support to junior technicians.
• Coordinate field activities with customers, supervisors, and internal teams.
• Prepare service reports, timesheets, and expense reports accurately.

Skills

High School Diploma

Mechanical background

Troubleshooting

Precision measurement

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Driver's license

Personal hand tools

Education

Vocational or technical certification / Associate Degree in a mechanical field

Tools

Specialty tools

Job description

Burckhardt Compression US Inc. seeks a Senior Field Service Representative to join our field service team, providing advanced technical support at customer sites and performing major repairs and overhauls on reciprocating and centrifugal compressors and related equipment.

You will diagnose complex mechanical issues, interpret technical drawings, guide junior technicians, and coordinate with customers and internal departments while traveling to sites as required.