Field Service Engineer - Turbomachinery

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowances

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Field Service Engineer specializing in turbomachinery to support Mossel Bay and surrounding areas. You will lead on-site installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of gas and steam turbines and rotating equipment, ensuring maximum uptime for critical power generation and industrial applications.

This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who thrives in diverse field environments, travels extensively, reads complex drawings, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in field service of rotating equipment, particularly turbines.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.
• Experience with condition monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and schematics.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours as required by customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and overhauls of turbomachinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues with turbines and compressors.
• Conduct performance testing and vibration analysis to identify potential problems.
• Provide on-site technical assistance and troubleshooting during equipment failures.
• Ensure all service activities are performed safely and in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain detailed service reports and communicate technical findings to clients and management.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Reading drawings

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Condition monitoring

Diagnostic tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a highly skilled Field Service Engineer specializing in turbomachinery to join their team supporting clients in and around Mossel Bay. This role involves providing essential technical support, including installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of gas turbines, steam turbines, and associated rotating equipment. You will be the technical expert on-site, ensuring maximum uptime and performance for critical power generation and industrial applications. This is a demanding, hands-on position for an experienced engineer who thrives in diverse field environments and excels at problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and overhauls of turbomachinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues with turbines and compressors.
• Conduct performance testing and vibration analysis to identify potential problems.
• Provide on-site technical assistance and troubleshooting during equipment failures.
• Ensure all service activities are performed safely and in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain detailed service reports and communicate technical findings to clients and management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the field service of rotating equipment, particularly turbines.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.
• Experience with condition monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and schematics.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours as required by customer needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with excellent travel allowances and per diems.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Company-provided vehicle and tools for field service duties.
• Extensive training on the latest turbomachinery technologies.
• Opportunity to work with leading-edge equipment and major industrial clients.