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Driven by our core values of Teamwork, Integrity, and Performance, we enable our team to develop and deliver sustainable solutions for our customers. Join us in driving the science, technology and expertise that will serve the growing global demand for safe, reliable, clean energy.\nWe are currently seeking a Field Service Engineer, located anywhere in the United States, for our Technical Services Department which encompasses Boiler and HRSG Operation and Performance. This position will travel to power generating utility sites and perform boiler and HRSG unit inspections, collect operational and performance data, and solve mechanical and performance problems. Through direct site visits you will also promote company products/services and assist with major projects.\nEssential Responsibilities\nAs a Field Service Engineer, you will have proficient knowledge in:\nBoiler System Operation, Maintenance & Performance:\nUtility and Industrial Boiler arrangements including boiler setting, economizer, generating bank, primary SH/RH, final SH/RH and attemperator systems.\nVisual inspection of the boiler systems noted above.\nBoiler performance testing and tuning for emissions compliance, collection and evaluation of boiler performance data including NOx, CO and O2.\nInstrumentation and boiler controls.\nHRSG system operation, performance:\nHRSG inspection knowledge including exterior, gas side, and waterside.\nWorking knowledge of UT (Ultrasonic Thickness) Testing of pressure and non-pressure part components.\nHigh Energy Piping (HEP) systems and piping hangers & supports.\nThe ideal candidate will also have knowledge of:\nPulverizer system operation, inspection, maintenance & performance:\nCoal fineness/distribution testing for performance & balance.\nDetermine A/C ratio by heat balance.\nPrepare characterization curves for the pulverizer.\nBurner testing & tuning.\nRequirements\nBachelor’s degree in engineering discipline or related field. 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Our base pay ranges are set based on the function, discipline, level and regional location and are benchmarked against companies in the same or similar industry. 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