Senior Field Service Engineer – Controls (Level 3)
MSHS Pacific Power Group•Mandeville, LA
•$40 - $46•Onsite
About The Position
MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking a skilled Senior Field Service Engineer – Controls (Level 3) to support power generation and industrial control systems in the field. This role is hands-on and customer-facing, focused on troubleshooting, commissioning, and supporting complex control and automation systems in operational environments. Candidates with power generation, marine, industrial automation, or military technical backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on field experience in power generation, industrial automation, marine systems, or heavy industrial environments
- Strong electrical and controls troubleshooting capability
- Experience working independently in customer-facing field service roles
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and control schematics
- Working knowledge of industrial control systems, automation platforms, AVRs, PLC-based systems, and HMI or SCADA environments
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs and work in industrial or outdoor environments
- Ability to obtain a Passport and TWIC card
Nice To Haves
- Military technical background
- Generator controls commissioning or service experience
- PLC configuration or programming exposure
- HMI or SCADA configuration or troubleshooting experience
- Familiarity with industrial communication networks and protocols
- Spanish language skills
- Trade school, technical training, or associate degree in electrical, controls, or mechanical disciplines
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced diagnostics and fault finding across electrical, mechanical, and control systems
- Install, commission, and support control systems and automation equipment
- Read and interpret electrical and control schematics
- Provide technical guidance and recommendations to customers and internal teams
- Support in-house system testing and control system builds
- Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians in field and shop environments
- Act as a technical escalation resource for service execution and customer support
- Prepare accurate service reports and documentation
- Travel domestically and internationally up to 75%
- Work overtime, including nights or weekends, as required
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Training and career development opportunities
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
