Field Service Engineer

Reference: Rec000436-DL-1

About the role
Our client, a specialist in combustion technology, is seeking a technically competent Combustion Engineer to join its Field Services team. You’ll be responsible for the installation, commissioning, servicing, fault-finding and repair of combustion systems at client sites, including boilers, burners, fuel trains, control systems and auxiliary equipment. You’ll work independently on site while keeping to high standards of safety, quality and compliance. You’ll report to the Lead Combustion Engineer / Branch Manager. Duties & Responsibilities Key responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns, carry out fault-finding and follow through on opportunities identified on site
• Start up and commission equipment on site, ensuring all systems operate to specification
• Carry out burner modifications and retrofits in the workshop, followed by panel-to-burner testing
• Design control panel drawings and layouts, and liaise with panel builders
• Compile BOMs and review cabling and installation material specifications
• Conduct site surveys for new installations
• Provide remote technical support to clients and run training on installed equipment
• Complete site reports, COCs, commissioning packs and handover documentation
• Perform software downloads, backups and updates on completion of site work
• Do remote monitoring and analysis of customer sites, including monthly reporting
• Support and train junior technicians
• Contribute to Field Services sales targets, client presentations and SLA promotion
• Travel locally and internationally

Minimum requirements

• B.Tech, B.Eng or N.Dip in Mechanical, Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering
• 2 to 5 years’ experience in a related position, preferably in a similar field
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 3834, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, SANS 347 and SANS 329 / SANS 13577
• Ability to interpret electrical wiring diagrams
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, electrical and control systems
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and MS Teams
• Valid driver’s licence
• Valid passport and willingness to travel nationally and internationally
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Advantageous

• Registered Gas Practitioner / Gas License holder, or actively working towards registration
• Practical experience with steam and hot water boilers (fire-tube, water-tube, steam generators)
• Working knowledge of pressure vessels and steam and condensate systems, including piping and auxiliaries
• Prior field service or commissioning experience in the combustion or industrial services industry
• Exposure to industrial combustion equipment, burners or thermal systems
• Experience compiling safety files and handover documentation