At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal: To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

As the largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, we’ve come to be viewed as an employer of choice. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.

Summary

NAES Technical Field Advisor (TFA) provides technical direction and advisory services supporting fleet equipment installation, start up and major overhaul services. This role is responsible for providing the technical field direction or professional opinions on heavy industrial equipment (i.e., gas turbines, steam, turbines, generators, compressors, pumps, motors, etc.). The TFA is considered the field liaison between customer, equipment conditions, and engineering support. In addition to the TFAs technical equipment knowledge, they are also responsible for the planning, scheduling and defining of projects and scopes of work. 

Primary Duties

Provide Advisory Services and Technical Direction for major maintenance start-up and commissioning projects Project planning, scheduling, and estimating for assigned work or in support of sales opportunities Complete status reports and technical reports (i.e., recording on critical measurements) Provide professional guidance related to critical measurements and acceptance criteria major as defined by OEMs or based on industry specified best practice Participate in project planning and project execution meetings Awareness around NAES site safety program and responsibility to ensure these procedures are followed during all work activities Support business development activities to contribute to customer satisfaction

Working Relationships

NAES TFAs report to department heads within the Engineered Performance Division

Compensation 

The initial annual compensation will range from $178,900 to $205,750 based on experience and qualifications.

Job Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent. Engineering Degree is (preferred).  Relevant work experience and technical competencies may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis Years of Experience: 10+ years of relevant work experience Preferred Experience: Providing technical advice and direction for heavy industrial rotating equipment. Specific experience with gas turbines, steam turbines and generators, experience with major OEM equipment (GE, Siemens, Westinghouse, Alstom) is preferred Licenses/Certification: OSHA safety certifications and other relevant licenses and certifications. Preferably OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certified Software/Equipment Knowledge: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Preferred experience with Microsoft Project

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work hours are dependent on project plan coinciding with industry standards. This could include weekend work, alternate shifts and other extended hours may be required based on specific requirements.  Ground and air travel is required for this position. Ability to travel up to 50-60% is required.  Work is performed at an established home office environment or headquarters office, and on industrial sites that require protective clothing and equipment.  Work at facilities can occur around industrial hazards, in areas of high noise levels, and around new construction. Physical mobility to transverse stairways, ladders, grating, and uneven terrain are essential. Ability to see, hear, read, and react to warning signs, lights, and alarms are essential.

Fit for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times.  Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property.  Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures.  Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.