Technical Field Advisor (TFA)

VantagePoint Alliance LLC; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

VantagePoint Alliance is seeking an experienced Technical Field Advisor (TFA) with deep expertise in gas and/or steam turbine systems to support field service activities during planned outages, maintenance events, and capital projects.

This role is highly hands-on and critical to ensuring accurate documentation, quality execution, and technical oversight throughout the disassembly, inspection, maintenance, and reassembly of turbine equipment.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience working with gas and/or steam turbines.
• Proven field experience in turbine outages, disassembly, reassembly, and mechanical inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Willingness to travel extensively (75–100% during projects).

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical guidance during turbine disassembly, inspection, maintenance, and reassembly.
• Support outage planning and execution for gas turbines, steam turbines, and associated systems.
• Interpret OEM manuals, engineering drawings, and technical procedures.
• Document as-found and as-left conditions, including deviations or issues.
• Assist in generating final outage reports and turnover documentation.

Skills

Turbine expertise

Field service experience

Reading drawings/manuals

Tools

OEM platforms (GE/Siemens/Mitsubishi)

Job description

Position Overview

VantagePoint Alliance is seeking an experienced Technical Field Advisor (TFA) with deep expertise in gas and/or steam turbine systems to support field service activities during planned outages, maintenance events, and capital projects. This role is highly hands-on and critical to ensuring accurate documentation, quality execution, and technical oversight throughout the disassembly, inspection, maintenance, and reassembly of turbine equipment. The TFA will act as a subject matter expert on-site, partnering with client teams, contractors, and OEM representatives to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with technical specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Field Execution & Technical Oversight

• Provide on-site technical guidance during turbine disassembly, inspection, maintenance, and reassembly
• Support outage planning and execution for gas turbines, steam turbines, and associated systems
• Interpret and apply OEM manuals, engineering drawings, and technical procedures
• Ensure adherence to torque specs, clearances, alignments, and critical tolerances

Documentation & Reporting

• Capture detailed photographic documentation throughout each stage of work (pre, during, and post)
• Develop and maintain daily field reports, work logs, and technical summaries
• Document as-found and as-left conditions, including any deviations or issues identified
• Assist in generating final outage reports and turnover documentation

Quality Assurance & Inspection

• Verify proper installation, alignment, and assembly of turbine components
• Support inspection activities including:
• Rotor, blades, buckets, diaphragms, casings
• Bearings, seals, and coupling systems
• Identify and escalating defects, wear patterns, or failure risks
• Ensure work meets OEM standards and client quality expectations

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce site safety protocols and best practices
• Participate in job hazard analyses (JHAs) and pre-task planning
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, client, and site-specific safety requirements

Collaboration & Client Interface

• Act as a liaison between field crews, engineering teams, and client stakeholders
• Provide real-time updates and technical recommendations
• Support coordination across multiple contractors and disciplines

Qualifications Required

• 5–10+ years of experience working with gas and/or steam turbines
• Proven field experience in:
  • Turbine outages
  • Disassembly and reassembly
  • Mechanical inspections and troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of turbine components, systems, and maintenance practices
• Experience with OEM platforms (e.g., GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Solar, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals
• Willingness to travel extensively (often 75–100% during projects)

Preferred

• Prior experience as a Technical Field Advisor (TFA) or Lead Field Service Engineer
• Experience with combined cycle power plants or industrial facilities
• Familiarity with borescopes, precision measurement tools, and alignment equipment
• OSHA certifications or site-specific safety training