Power Generation Technician

Job Title: Power Generation Technician
Location: Houston, Texas (Travel Required)
Compensation: Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits

Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled Power Generation Field Service Technician to provide technical support for the commissioning, troubleshooting, and warranty work on large natural gas reciprocating engine-driven power generation systems. This role is focused on technical assistance rather than mechanical maintenance and requires in-depth knowledge of electrical systems and switchgear.

The ideal candidate will work on a range of generator packages, including those from leading manufacturers, ensuring that all equipment is operating efficiently, from factory testing through to successful startup at client sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support during factory acceptance testing (FAT) and pre-dispatch commissioning activities
• Assist in site commissioning, startup, and synchronization of power generation systems
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues to ensure system reliability and performance
• Support balance-of-plant (BOP) systems, including switchgear, transformers, and fuel systems
• Offer technical assistance with control system parameters and configurations
• Review and verify layouts and designs for constructability and operational safety
• Collaborate with OEMs, EPC contractors, and field teams to resolve issues and optimize system performance
• Working on large gas engine platforms (e.g., CAT, Waukesha, Jenbacher)

Key Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in technical support roles within the power generation industry
• Extensive electrical experience, including deep knowledge of switchgear systems
• Proven expertise in troubleshooting and commissioning generator sets and associated systems
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical manuals, P&IDs, electrical schematics, and control systems
• Previous experience as a Power Generation Technician, Field Service Technician, Power Plant Technician, Gas Engine Technician, or Commissioning Technician.
• Willingness to travel regularly to project and customer sites across the U.S.