The Senior Field Service Technician – Hydro Energy Units leads advanced mechanical maintenance, overhaul, troubleshooting, and commissioning of hydroelectric equipment across various field sites. This role requires expert knowledge of turbine systems (Kaplan, Francis, Pelton), generators, control mechanisms, and auxiliary components. The technician ensures field service excellence through adherence to technical standards, mentoring junior staff, and supporting the reliability and availability of hydro energy assets.
Advanced Mechanical Maintenance:
Lead and execute major overhauls, refurbishments, and upgrades of hydro turbines, gates, runners, bearings, shafts, seals, and associated mechanical systems.
Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical issues during scheduled and emergency interventions.
Commissioning & Testing:
Supervise mechanical commissioning of new or rehabilitated hydro units, including alignment, functional checks, and performance testing.
Interpret test results and recommend corrective actions during commissioning phases.
Technical Supervision & Leadership:
Oversee the work of junior technicians and contractors during field assignments.
Review job plans, work permits, and ensure proper execution aligned with project specifications.
Condition Assessment & Diagnostics:
Perform detailed inspections, tolerance verification, and wear pattern analysis.
Utilize diagnostic tools to identify root causes of performance degradation or mechanical failures.
Standards Compliance & Documentation:
Ensure work complies with OEM recommendations, ISO/API/IEC standards, and utility regulations.
Prepare comprehensive service reports, punch lists, alignment records, and job completion documents.
Safety Management:
Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, including LOTO, confined space, hot work, and rigging.
Conduct toolbox talks and support incident reporting and prevention initiatives.
Training & Knowledge Transfer:
Mentor junior technicians on hydro equipment fundamentals, service techniques, and field safety.
Share expertise through informal coaching and formal training sessions.
Interdisciplinary Coordination:
Coordinate with electrical and instrumentation teams during integrated mechanical-electrical activities.
Liaise with engineering and asset management teams to propose reliability improvements.
Expert Hydro Equipment Maintenance:
Lead field execution of complex mechanical maintenance tasks to ensure reliability and performance of hydro units.
Commissioning Leadership:
Oversee turbine/generator alignment, assembly, and commissioning, ensuring readiness for operational handover.
Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis:
Identify, diagnose, and resolve persistent or critical mechanical failures using data-driven methods.
Technical Standards & Compliance:
Ensure field work adheres to relevant industry and OEM standards and maintain complete documentation.
Team Leadership & Development:
Provide guidance, oversight, and technical support to field teams, enhancing team competence and safety culture.
Reliability & Continuous Improvement:
Contribute to asset performance reviews and suggest improvements in design, maintenance strategy, or equipment selection.
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy Systems, or equivalent.
7–10+ years of experience in hydroelectric plant maintenance and field service roles.
Strong expertise in Kaplan, Francis, or Pelton turbine systems, including alignment and mechanical diagnostics.
Proficient in reading mechanical schematics, assembly drawings, and OEM documentation.
Skilled in using hydraulic tools, laser alignment systems, vibration meters, and precision measurement instruments.
Experience managing small teams or leading field projects preferred.
Certification in mechanical maintenance or hydro systems (e.g., ASME, IEC, or OEM certification) is a plus.
High safety awareness, adaptability to remote field environments, and strong communication skills.