Field Service Engineer - Synchronous Condenser (New South Wales)

We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to support the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of large power capacity motors and generators at customer sites. This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment reliability, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction across onshore and offshore locations. Key Responsibilities Customer & Field Service Execution
- Serve as the main on-site technical point of contact for customers.
- Deliver maintenance, repair, refurbishment, commissioning, and troubleshooting services.
- Build strong customer relationships and handle technical discussions at peer and senior management levels. Equipment Coverage
- Large power motors and generators (1 MW to 50 MW).
- Induction Motors, Synchronous Motors.
- Turbine Generators. Commissioning & Site Services
- Pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities, including setup, testing, and performance verification.
- Field troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, and corrective actions.
- Service overhauls and major maintenance interventions. Testing & Inspection
- Electrical testing: insulation resistance, polarization index, winding resistance, and related diagnostics.
- On‑site parts replacement, testing, and validation. Problem Solving & Technical Leadership
- Identify technical issues and perform root cause analysis.
- Propose and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Provide on‑site technical guidance, supervision, and customer training. Service Readiness & Coordination
- Prepare material and tooling lists for service execution.
- Ensure availability and quality of parts and equipment.
- Coordinate with internal teams including engineering, quality, and sales. Documentation & Reporting
- Accurately document all site activities and service reports.
- Complete safety updates, installation checklists, and commissioning documentation.
- Support quality teams with failure analysis and trend identification.
- Provide timely reporting to management on safety, project status, and technical risks.
- Act as technical authority supporting bids, proposals, and service opportunities. Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Execute all work in strict compliance with EHS policies and site‑specific safety rules.
- Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset.
- Ensure personal accountability for quality of work and operational excellence. Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Proven hands‑on experience with motors and generators, preferably in field service environments.
- Solid knowledge of rotating equipment diagnostics and maintenance practices.
- Proficiency with service management systems, digital tools, and reporting platforms.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively (90 % +), including offshore and marine environments.
- Comfortable working aboard vessels and remaining offshore for defined durations.
- Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
- Strong customer engagement and communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently within defined operational frameworks.
- Capable of making sound technical decisions in moderately complex scenarios.
- High level of professionalism, ethics, and accountability. Additional Information
- Relocation assistance provided: No.
- This is a remote position.
- Travel requirement: over 90 % of the time, both domestically and internationally, often including offshore and marine situations. Other Details
- Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
- Employment type: Full‑time.
- Job function: Information Technology.
- Industry: Electric Power Generation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3ruwml