Senior Recip Engine Diagnostics Lead Field Specialist

Kodiak Gas Services, Inc.; Pecos (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Recip Technician to operate onsite in Pecos, TX. You will act as a technical authority for field teams, performing advanced diagnostics on reciprocating engines and generators while supporting commissioning and reliability initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of relevant experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor junior technicians. Travel may be required, including domestic and international assignments as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of advanced reciprocating engine or generator experience.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems and perform root-cause analysis.
• Strong schematic, controls, and diagnostic software literacy.
• Proven contribution to procedure development, reliability, or maintenance program improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics and resolve complex or novel failures on reciprocating generators and auxiliary systems.
• Lead root-cause analysis efforts and implement sustainable corrective actions and revised procedures.
• Provide commissioning support, major component troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Support and mentor Intermediate and Entry Technicians; serve as technical escalation point.
• Develop, improve, and standardize maintenance procedures, troubleshooting guides, and reliability practices.
• Support toughest field issues across multiple sites with minimal oversight.

Skills

Diagnostics

Root-cause analysis

Controls literacy

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Kodiak Gas Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Recip Technician to operate onsite in Pecos, TX. You will act as a technical authority for field teams, performing advanced diagnostics on reciprocating engines and generators while supporting commissioning and reliability initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of relevant experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor junior technicians. Travel may be required, including domestic and international assignments as needed.