Generator Field Service Engineer / Mechanical Technician

About the role

An experienced Generator Field Service Engineer or Mechanical Technician is sought to support the inspection, maintenance, overhaul, rehabilitation and troubleshooting of large utility and industrial turbo-generators, preferably rated at 200 MW and above. The role is based on power plant sites and involves international travel.

Key responsibilities

• Perform generator assembly, disassembly, overhauls and major/minor inspections.
• Handle rotor removal, installation, lifting and alignment.
• Inspect rotors, stators, bearings, seals, coolers and other mechanical components.
• Measure and verify air gaps, bearing clearances, shaft alignment and critical mechanical dimensions.
• Work with air-cooled, hydrogen-cooled and water-cooled generator systems.
• Identify mechanical defects and recommend corrective actions and repairs.
• Support planned and emergency outages, rehabilitation and troubleshooting projects.
• Follow OEM procedures, quality requirements and site safety standards.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on field experience with large turbo-generators, preferably 200 MW and above.
• Strong practical experience in generator assembly/disassembly, rotor handling, inspections and overhauls.
• Experience with at least two cooling technologies: air-cooled, hydrogen-cooled or water-cooled systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and perform critical clearance measurements.
• Experience with major OEMs; good English and a strong commitment to site safety.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work at power plant sites for extended project periods.