Generator Engineer I, Field Outage Services

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

The Generator Engineer I, Field Outage Services, is an entry-level engineering role that develops the knowledge and hands-on capabilities needed to support scheduled and emergent maintenance on turbine generators and associated auxiliary equipment. Under the guidance of experienced engineers and field leaders, the role assists with inspections, testing, troubleshooting, repairs, documentation, and safe outage execution. It builds core generator competencies through structured field experience, technical training, and progressively independent assignments. Frequent travel is required, typically 70% or more, including extensive domestic and international travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited four-year institution.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits, rotating equipment, engineering calculations, and technical problem-solving.
• Ability to learn generator construction, field testing methods, inspection practices, repair processes, and applicable technical standards through formal training and supervised assignments.
• Ability to read technical drawings and procedures and prepare clear, accurate reports and business correspondence.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and ability to learn databases, project controls tools, and engineering software.
• Ability to work safely in industrial environments and progress toward independent field dispatch based on demonstrated competency.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements, including regular standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and passport and be available for extensive domestic and international travel, typically 70% or more.

Nice To Haves

• Power generation or generator experience is preferred but not required.
• New graduates and candidates with up to two years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced engineers and field teams with generator installation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities.
• Learn to perform and document generator electrical and mechanical testing, including insulation resistance (IR), polarization index (PI), recurrent surge oscillograph (RSO), winding resistance/DLRO, EL CID, DC Hi-Pot, Tan Delta, AC pole balance, AC impedance, DC leakage, surge, pole-to-pole, and leakage drop testing, as applicable.
• Support major, minor, and crawl-through inspections of generator stators, rotors, and associated components.
• Collect accurate field data, photographs, measurements, and test results, and promptly elevate abnormal conditions for technical review.
• Assist with preparing field reports, inspection findings, repair recommendations, risk assessments, and customer updates.
• Support development and review of work instructions, test procedures, outage planning documents, NCRs, ESRs, and RFIs under supervision.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, single-line diagrams, manuals, and applicable procedures with coaching from senior personnel.
• Coordinate daily activities with technicians, craft labor, subcontractors, Project Managers, back office personnel, and customer representatives as assigned.
• Participate in customer and internal meetings, communicate work status clearly, and maintain professional conduct on site.
• Apply required safety practices, stop work when conditions are unsafe, and support quality, schedule, cost, and productivity objectives.
• Drive improvement in On-Time Delivery, outage cost, and productivity metrics.
• Comply with Mitsubishi Power and customer safety policies, procedures, permits, and site requirements; promptly stop work and report unsafe conditions or activities.
• Participate in team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals and contribute to a positive, collaborative, accountable team environment.
• Protect confidential and proprietary information and maintain high standards of honesty and integrity.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and passport and remain available for extensive domestic and international travel, typically 70% or more.
• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership at all levels.
• Support 24/7 service operations, including schedule changes and emergent assignments, consistent with business and customer needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) matching.
• Development programs and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Employee appreciation programs and events.
• A supportive working environment and culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level