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Overview

The Technical Field Advisor (Rotating Equipment Specialist) is a customer-facing role responsible for supporting the installation, commissioning, overhaul, and troubleshooting of critical rotating equipment at customer sites within the Oil, Gas, and Energy industries. This full-time position involves extensive travel and on-site work across North America, including Canada, with occasional support for overseas projects.

Responsibilities

  • Provide after-sales field services under the direction of the Field Service Manager
  • Perform installation, commissioning, overhaul, and troubleshooting of critical rotating equipment at customer sites within the Oil, Gas and Energy industries
  • Represent the OEM in the role of Technical Field Advisor (TFA)
  • Generate detailed and technically sound Field Service Reports
  • Support planning and preparation activities for assigned jobs and major plant outages
  • Assist in the preparation of technical proposals for Field Service projects and major plant outages

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in a rotating equipment role
  • Experience working with OEMs or independent service providers in the Oil & Gas or Energy industry
  • Strong working knowledge of steam turbines and centrifugal compressors
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Process Engineering is a plus but not required; relevant experience with rotating equipment in field service is essential
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS Project)
  • Self-driven and service-oriented
  • Strong team collaboration and organizational abilities
  • Excellent communication skills written and spoken
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively

Additional Information

  • Extensive travel and on-site work at customer locations across North America, including Canada
  • Occasional support of overseas projects may also be required
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Pay in context

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