Think of yourself as Johnny on the Spot, a globe-trotting detective for power-generation gear, following clues in VFD logs and relay trip histories to crack the case of the mysterious outage. You’ll jet off to new locales, team up with operators to tailor solutions right then and there, and leave each site better than you found it. If fixing critical systems under tight timelines lights you up, if passport stamps thrill you more than ping-pong balls, and if you believe no travel plan can outdo a hands-on engineering mission, let’s get packing!

Senior Field Service Engineer – Power Generation & Automation (HEAVY TRAVEL)

Location: Headquarters in Marietta, GA

Worksites: Domestic and International

Travel Required: 95%

Employment Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Experience Level: Senior (Minimum 10+ years of relevant field service experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated Senior Field Service Engineer with a strong background in power generation, automation, and protective relaying systems. This position involves both domestic and offshore travel to support commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and automation systems on marine vessels, industrial facilities, and power distribution systems.

The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience with switchgear, VFDs, PLCs, protective relays, and power generation equipment. Strong communication skills and a passion for solving complex technical challenges are key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

· Perform on-site commissioning, inspection, and troubleshooting power generation and distribution systems aboard marine vessels and industrial sites

· Interface with vessel and plant management systems, ensuring proper integration of VFDs, automation systems, and external vendor control equipment

· Conduct protective relay testing (electromechanical and microprocessor-based), including Schweitzer, GE Multilin, Basler, and Siemens relays

· Install, program, and support PLC and HMI systems (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Concept, RSView)

· Provide support for communication networks such as Modbus, Ethernet, and fiber optic systems

· Conduct equipment demonstrations and training for clients on generator systems, remote racking systems, and safety devices

· Interpret electrical schematics and perform high- and low-voltage testing, thermographic surveys, DGA, and trip unit testing

· Deliver technical documentation and reports in alignment with Coast Guard, ABS, and customer requirements

· Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to resolve complex system integration challenges

· Provide customer support for warranty and post-installation service

Qualifications

· Minimum of 10 years of hands-on field engineering experience, with exposure to marine or industrial power systems

· Strong background in protective relay testing, switchgear maintenance, and automation integration

· Proficiency in VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, and generator paralleling switchgear systems

· Experience with field testing equipment (megohmmeters, hi-pot testers, infrared cameras, etc.)

· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals

· Strong analytical and diagnostic skills with a customer-focused mindset

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Willingness to travel extensively (domestic and international)

· Current Passport (willing to obtain)

Preferred

· Former military experience in power generation or electrical maintenance

· Two-Year degree in electrical engineering or similar field

· Technical certifications in protective relays, PLC programming, or power distribution equipment

· Experience working with classification societies and understanding of marine vessel regulations

Work Environment

• Field-based position with frequent travel to customer job sites • Physically active role that may require working in various environmental conditions

Flexible work from home options available.