Senior Power Generation Technical Specialist - FULLY REMOTE
Lionheart Critical Power•Huntley, IL
•$115,000 - $125,000•Remote
About The Position
LionHeart is a veteran-owned power generation company seeking a Senior Power Generation Technical Specialist to help solve our most difficult electrical and mechanical field problems. You’ll work alongside Electrical Engineers and highly experienced Field Service Veterans, supporting technicians working on mission-critical generators, ATS equipment, switchgear, controls and paralleling systems.
Requirements
- Diesel and gaseous generators
- Commercial and Industrial engines
- Electronic engine control, fuel systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, and all associated controls
- Generator alternators and excitation systems
- AC/DC electrical systems (LV and MV)
- Generator Controls (CAT, Cummins, Kohler (Relkoh), Generac, Basler, ComAp, Deep Sea, DEIF)
- Automatic transfer switch controls (ASCO, ABB, GE Zenith, Russelelectric)
- Low- and medium-voltage paralleling and distribution switchgear
- Paralleling Controls (synchronization, voltage control, governor control, load management)
- PLCs and industrial controls (GE Fanuc 90-30, RX3i, hardware (and Proficy PME Software); Schneider Modicon Quantum, Premium, TSX, M340, etc. hardware (and EcoStruxure software))
- Electrical one-lines, risers, schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic
- Auxiliary equipment integration (communications including ModBus RTU, TCP/IP)
- Circuit breakers and trip units
- ANSI Protective relays (Basler, Schweitzer, ABB)
- Power distribution and circuit protection
- Station Batteries and charging systems
- 5+ years of power generation, industrial electrical, controls, engine or related field-service experience preferred
- Strong hands-on troubleshooting background
- Ability to diagnose complex failures logically and methodically
- Ability to guide experienced technicians through difficult troubleshooting remotely
- Strong communication and technical documentation skills
- Commonsense problem-solving mindset
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with customers.
Nice To Haves
- Multi-OEM experience is a plus
- Technical or engineering degree preferred, but advanced field experience is valuable
Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior escalation point for difficult technical cases
- Work directly with Field Service Engineers during active troubleshooting
- Diagnose complex generator, engine, controls, ATS, switchgear and paralleling issues
- Provide real-time support using schematics, fault histories, controller data, photos, video and remote diagnostic tools
- Interpret one-lines, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation and technical documentation
- Own escalated cases through resolution and coordinate with OEMs, vendors and engineering resources
- Identify root causes, recurring failures and troubleshooting trends
- Coach technicians and strengthen technical capability across the field organization
- Occasionally provide onsite support for highly complex troubleshooting or commissioning
- Strictly follow and enforce OSHA, NFPA 70E, and all applicable safety regulations for electrical safe work practices.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid health insurance for you and your dependents
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with company match after one year
- Profit-sharing bonus eligibility after five years
- Parental Leave
- Company-provided tools and technology
- Ongoing technical training and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
