Technical Field Advisor 5

NAES; Plantersville (TX); On-site; USD 128,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

NAES Plantersville facility seeks a Technical Field Advisor to support major gas turbine overhauls and auxiliary bases. You will provide technical direction, act as the liaison among customer, equipment conditions, and engineering support, and lead planning of projects and scopes of work.

The role requires 10+ years in relevant work, a bachelor’s in engineering, OSHA certifications preferred, and strong MS Office/MS Project skills. Travel up to 30% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; relevant experience may substitute for education.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience.
• Preferred experience providing technical direction for heavy industrial rotating equipment (gas turbines, steam turbines, generators).
• Licenses/certifications: OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 preferred; OSHA regulations knowledge.
• Software/equipment: proficiency in Microsoft Office; MS Project preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advisory services and technical direction for major maintenance, start-up and commissioning projects.
• Project planning, scheduling, and estimating for assigned work.
• Complete status and technical reports with critical measurements.
• Give guidance on acceptance criteria defined by OEMs or industry best practices.
• Assist in identifying repair shops for scopes of work based on inspections.
• Participate in project planning and execution meetings.

Skills

MS Office

MS Project

Technical Support

Technical Writing

Communications

Steam Generator

Steam Generation

OSHA 10

OSHA 30

OSHA Regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

• Engineering, Technical Analysis & Support
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: TECHN008171

Description

About NAES

At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal: To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

NAES is largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, operating more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the UK that span all technologies and provide over 49 GW of capacity. With the strength of 4000 people, our growing family of companies now addresses the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

Summary

This position will be based at the NAES Plantersville facility supporting major overhauls on Gas Turbines and Auxiliary bases.

NAES Technical Field Advisor (TFA) provides technical direction and advisory services supporting gas turbine and auxiliary base overhaul services, start-up and commissioning. Provide the technical field direction or professional opinions on heavy industrial equipment (i.e., gas turbines, compressors, pumps, motors, etc.). The TFA is considered the field liaison between customer, equipment conditions, and engineering support. In addition to the TFAs technical equipment knowledge, they are also responsible for the planning, scheduling, and defining of projects and scopes of work.

Primary Duties

• Provide Advisory Services and Technical Direction for major maintenance, start-up and commissioning projects.
• Project planning, scheduling, and estimating for assigned work.
• Complete status reports and technical reports (i.e., recording on critical measurements)
• Provide professional guidance related to critical measurements and acceptance criteria major as defined by OEMs or based on industry specified best practice.
• Assist in finding and supporting repair shops to perform Scopes of Work based on inspection findings.
• Participate in project planning and project execution meetings.
• Awareness around NAES site safety program and responsibility to ensure these procedures are followed during all work activities.
• Support business development activities to contribute to customer satisfaction.

Working Relationships

NAES TFAs report to department heads within the Engineered Performance Division.

Compensation

The initial salary range is $127,500 to $175,100 based on experience and qualifications.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent. Relevant work experience and technical competencies may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineeringfrom an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent.
• Years of Experience: 10+ years of relevant work experience
• Preferred Experience: Providing technical advice and direction for heavy industrial rotating equipment. Specific experience with gas turbines, steam turbines and generators, Experience with major OEM equipment (GE, Siemens, Westinghouse, Alstom).
• Licenses/Certification: OSHA safety certifications and other relevant licenses and certifications. Preferably OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certified
• Software/Equipment Knowledge: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Preferred experience with Microsoft Project.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work hours are dependent on project plan coinciding with industry standards. This could include weekend work, alternate shifts and other extended hours may be required based on specific requirements. Ground and air travel is required for this position. Ability to travel up to 30% may be required. Work is performed at an established home office environment or headquarters office, and on industrial sites that require protective clothing and equipment. Work at facilities can occur around industrial hazards, in areas of high noise levels, and around new construction. Physical mobility to transverse stairways, ladders, grating, and uneven terrain are essential. Ability to see, hear, read, and react to warning signs, lights, and alarms are essential.

Fit for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Skills

Preferred

• GE Turbines Advanced
• MS Office Suite Advanced
• MS Project Advanced
• OSHA 10 Certification Intermediate
• OSHA 30 Certification Intermediate
• OSHA Regulations Advanced
• Advanced
• Steam Generation Systems Advanced
• Steam Generator Advanced
• Technical Support Advanced
• Technical Writing Advanced
• Verbal and Written Communications Advanced

Behaviors

Preferred

• Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them
• Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
• Thought Provoking : Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Preferred

• 10 years: Providing technical advice and direction for heavy industrial rotating equipment. Specific experience with gas turbines, steam turbines and generators, Experience with major OEM equipment (GE, Siemens, Westinghouse, Alstom).

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Driver's License

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