Field Service Engineer – International Assignments

About the role

As a Field Service Engineer you will act as the technical bridge between project management, installation teams, subcontractors and customers during the installation of hydropower equipment. You will provide engineering guidance, coordinate field activities and ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time and to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical support and engineering guidance to field installation teams.
• Prepare and maintain work packages, installation procedures, technical documentation and control sheets.
• Plan and coordinate field service schedules in collaboration with project teams and customers.
• Identify project risks and opportunities and communicate them proactively.
• Prepare technical specifications, work instructions and scopes of work for installation subcontractors.
• Review and evaluate installation bids and subcontractor proposals.
• Coordinate technical clarifications with customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in design review meetings to ensure field installation requirements are incorporated.
• Ensure project‑specific HSE, quality plans and safety documentation are available and implemented.
• Develop installation procedures and risk assessments, determine site layouts, tooling, lifting concepts and infrastructure needs.
• Monitor project progress, quality, schedule and costs, supporting corrective actions when necessary.
• Coordinate internal and external resources required for successful project execution.

Required profile

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience working with rotating equipment such as turbines, generators or balance‑of‑plant equipment.
• Proven experience in project coordination, scheduling and subcontractor management.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, project schedules and budgets.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for multidisciplinary collaboration.

Required skills

• Rotating equipment (turbines, generators, balance‑of‑plant)
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Technical documentation preparation