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INNIO Group

Field Service Technician - Electrical - Western United States

INNIO Group · United States

  • Hybrid
  • Full-time
  • $85,000 / year
  • United States
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Job highlights

  • Perform electrical and mechanical services on gas engines.
  • Handle commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks.
  • Interpret electrical, mechanical, and control system failures.
  • Manage customer sites and create technical reports.
  • Requires travel across the Western United States.

About the role

About INNIO Group

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular, and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures, and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy, and gas compression.

INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification, and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance, and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

Field Service Technician – Commissioning - Jenbacher Team

Do you want to make a difference with your work? We are searching for a Field Service Technician – Commissioning for our Jenbacher team in the U.S. Join our team now in the Western United State Region! The states include Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, and Kansas.

This Field Service Technician – Commissioning will perform electrical and some mechanical field service work on Jenbacher Gas Engines, including but not limited to commissioning, troubleshooting, periodic maintenance, and minor overhaul. Jenbacher Gas Engines range in power from 0.25 to 9.5 MW and run on either natural gas or a variety of other gases (e.g., biogas, landfill gas, coal mine gas, sewage gas, combustible industrial waste gases).

Essential Responsibilities

  • Execute service hands-on activities in compliance with the maintenance protocol of the engine, for example: maintenance activities such as replace filters and other components, perform relevant mechanical and electrical inspections, measurements, and other tasks.
  • Carry out minor repairs on the engine in addition to the planned service.
  • Perform troubleshooting activities with an analytical mindset and proposing solutions aligned to Jenbacher.
  • Understand electrical/mechanical failures of the engine/alternator, as well as electronic failures associated with control systems.
  • Understanding and interpretation of historical data parameters of the engine.
  • Manage and work with third-party suppliers when needed.
  • Work effectively with colleagues, subcontractors, and customer personnel in a healthy environment, either as a team-player or as a leader upon each situation, with a team of technicians or independently.
  • Provide information about planned services and progress updates of the maintenance.
  • Ownership of assigned sites and customers, proactively searching to maximize the engine’s reliability.
  • Create a technical report specifying the reason for the visit, the actions performed, and the results, describing the use of materials and, if needed, recommend follow-up actions.
  • Responsible for maintaining a basic set of tools in hand, critical spare parts for engines covered, vehicle condition and availability, ensuring they are approved, clean, and stored properly.
  • Process timesheets, expense reports, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) forms, and job reports in a timely manner.
  • Comply with all EHS policies and procedures to ensure a safe and productive work site.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Must have prior Field Technician experience such as automotive, power generation, heavy equipment, or diesel engines.
  • Ability to crouch, twist, bend, kneel, and stoop for extended periods of time.
  • Good electrical knowledge / electrician skills, such as wiring panels and alternators.
  • Experience interpreting wiring diagrams, interphase, and mechanical drawings.
  • Programmable logic controller (PLC) knowledge.
  • Troubleshooting skills with an analytical mindset.
  • Legal permit to work in the United States.
  • Ability to travel, including some overnight travel.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.
  • Possess a valid driver's license.
  • Ability and willingness to work remotely, as required.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
  • Ability to meet and maintain insurability standards to drive a company vehicle when needed.

Desired Characteristics

  • Familiar with Jenbacher gas engines / natural gas engines / reciprocating engines.
  • Experience in power generation applications.
  • Able to understand, implement, and communicate technical procedures.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Strong customer focus. Able to effectively interact with customers at operational and management levels.
  • Good computer skills, office proficiency, and logic controls software.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
  • Excellent English level, capable of maintaining technical conversations and elaborating daily reports and emails with clarity.
  • Ability to meet and maintain insurability standards to drive a company vehicle.

Key skills/competency

  • Field Service Technician
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Jenbacher Gas Engines
  • Commissioning
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Mechanical Inspections
  • Control Systems
  • Power Generation
  • Customer Service
  • EHS Compliance

Skills & topics

  • Field Service Technician
  • Electrical Technician
  • Commissioning Engineer
  • Jenbacher Engines
  • Gas Engines
  • Power Generation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Maintenance
  • Mechanical
  • Western United States

How to get hired

  • Tailor your resume: Highlight your Field Technician experience, electrical skills, and troubleshooting abilities, using keywords from the job description.
  • Showcase your experience: Emphasize your familiarity with power generation, gas engines, and interpreting technical drawings and PLCs.
  • Demonstrate EHS commitment: Mention your understanding and adherence to Environmental Health and Safety policies.
  • Prepare for travel: Confirm your willingness and ability to travel up to 80% and your valid driver's license.
  • Understand the role: Research INNIO Group's Jenbacher brand and their distributed energy solutions.

Technical preparation

Master electrical wiring and panel diagrams.,Gain proficiency in PLC troubleshooting.,Study Jenbacher engine specifications.,Practice interpreting mechanical drawings.

Behavioral questions

Demonstrate problem-solving under pressure.,Showcase strong customer interaction skills.,Explain teamwork and leadership examples.,Describe time management for remote work.

Frequently asked questions

What specific states are covered by the Field Service Technician - Electrical role at INNIO Group?
The Field Service Technician - Electrical role at INNIO Group covers the Western United States region, specifically including Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, and Kansas.
What type of INNIO Group engines will I be working on as a Field Service Technician - Electrical?
As a Field Service Technician - Electrical, you will be working on Jenbacher Gas Engines, which range in power from 0.25 to 9.5 MW and can run on natural gas or various other gases like biogas and landfill gas.
Does INNIO Group sponsor employment visas for the Field Service Technician - Electrical position?
No, INNIO Group does not sponsor employment visas for the Field Service Technician - Electrical position, now or in the future. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
What is the expected travel percentage for the Field Service Technician - Electrical role at INNIO Group?
The Field Service Technician - Electrical role requires significant travel, with an ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time, including some overnight travel.
What electrical knowledge is necessary for the Field Service Technician - Electrical position at INNIO Group?
The Field Service Technician - Electrical position requires good electrical knowledge and electrician skills, including experience with wiring panels, alternators, and interpreting wiring diagrams. Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) is also beneficial.
What kind of reporting is expected from the Field Service Technician - Electrical at INNIO Group?
The Field Service Technician - Electrical is responsible for creating detailed technical reports after each visit, specifying the reason for the visit, actions performed, results, material usage, and any recommended follow-up actions. They must also process timesheets, expense reports, and EHS forms promptly.