Field Specialist III
About The Position
Resident Electrical Field Service Engineer (Motor & Variable Frequency Drive's) Lead Critical Electrical Reliability in a High‑Impact Industrial Environment. This role is for an expert in electric motors and Variable Frequency Drive systems who thrives in hands‑on field environments where technical decisions directly protect plant uptime and operational safety. The position involves strengthening on‑site electrical support capabilities for a key continuous‑process plant, seeking a senior‑level Electrical Field Service Engineer ready to take ownership of motor and VFD reliability. In this resident rotational role, the engineer will serve as the primary technical authority for ABB motors and drive systems, supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, outage planning, and day‑to‑day operational needs. This is an opportunity to apply deep electrical expertise in a stable, predictable rotation without the constant travel typical of field service. The engineer will work with industry‑leading OEM platforms, partner closely with plant engineering teams, and play a critical role in maintaining safe, reliable operations. The role is focused on commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting electric motors and VFD systems, with primary emphasis on ABB electrical motors. This position is ideal for an electrical FSE who enjoys hands-on technical work, values schedule predictability, and wants strong earning potential without continuous travel or permanent relocation.
Requirements
- Experience with other major OEMs (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Schneider, Danfoss)
- OEM, EPC, or owner/operator plant experience
- Exposure to Siemens PLCs or industrial controls
- Prior resident or rotational field service experience
- Experience supporting continuous-process industries (power, refining, chemical, LNG, manufacturing)
- Commission, start up, and support ABB and Siemens electric motors and VFDs experience
- Able to troubleshoot electrical, controls, and drive system issues in an operating plant environment
- Able to support planned outages, startups, and reliability events
- Able to interface with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
- Able to perform diagnostics using OEM software tools and field instrumentation
- Able to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and OEM documentation
- Able to serve as the on-site electrical technical expert during assigned rotations
Responsibilities
- Supporting maintenance planning, pre-Outage, Outage and post-Outage planning activities with plant operators for ABB electric motors and VFDs
- Assisting plant operator with regular reviews of maintenance activities associated with ABB motors at the plant.
- Troubleshooting electrical, controls, and drive system issues in an operating plant environment
- Interfacing with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
- Performing diagnostics using OEM software tools and field instrumentation
- Interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and OEM documentation
- Documenting activities, findings, and corrective actions
- Serving as the on-site electrical technical expert during assigned rotations
- Supporting continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives as needed
- Providing assessment of Parts storage and maintenance and making necessary storage recommendations
- Performing on-site inspection/review of parts (new, used or refurbished) for completeness, damage and corrective action
Benefits
- Highly competitive hourly base pay, commensurate with experience, OEM expertise, and role scope.
- Overtime paid at 1.5×, including all Sunday hours paid at overtime rate.
- Rotational schedule providing extended time off each month
- Housing and meals fully covered during the 14-day on-site rotation in Corpus Christi
- Travel to and from the site provided
- Comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and holidays (per company policy)
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits.
- Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k).
- Choice of coverage options that best suit your needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
