Embedded Drives Engineer – Service (CA)

A Snapshot of Your Day

Electrification-Automation-Digitalization (EAD) is in search of an Embedded Service Engineer with direct experience in servicing large variable speed drive solutions for compressor applications for the oil and gas industry.

The engineer who takes this position will be based at a Siemens Energy customer site (Woodfiber site in BC) and act as the Siemens Energy representative to the customer for all power and drive train activities including troubleshooting, testing, maintaining, and/or commissioning solutions using Siemens Energy drive systems and industry technology portfolio to satisfy industrial customer requirements or solve problems. The engineer will coordinate with local engineering teams to recommend and deliver high quality technical solutions.

A successful engineer will have a strong educational and industrial background with a major focus in power electronic systems and extensive hands-on experience. A passion for the field and drive to learn and tackle new challenges is an absolute must. The experienced level engineer must be able to develop customer relationships, be accurate and detailed while working in a fast paced environment with multiple people, calls and projects demanding attention and time. Candidate will be stationed at the jobsite full time.

How You’ll Make An Impact

- Commission compressor VFD (variable frequency drive) System and execute preventative maintenance on equipment

- Diagnose and develop plans to resolve issues or enhance performance of customized drivetrain solutions

- Learn the latest industrial solutions and new product developments within Siemens Energy

- Plan workload, coordinate resources, and execute maintenance outages on power and drivetrain, ensuring timely completion

- Interface directly with customers to answer questions and resolve issues, and collaborate with design engineers to test, commission, troubleshoot, and update integrated system drawings

- Work standard 40 hours per week at customer facility, with overtime as required, and travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%)

What You Bring

- BS in Engineering or relevant experience. Preferably in electrical engineering, but other fields may be considered.

- 5+ years of relevant experience in LNG (liquid natural gas) or a related industry is required. Candidates with more experience can be considered for a higher level or vice-versa.

- Hands on VFD (variable frequency drive) experience is required with a background in Drive / Motor System Solution Design and Service or Commissioning.

- Familiarity with North American and international codes and standards, and safety and lock-out / tag-out procedures and able to understand project-specific documentation (system and functional descriptions, test and commissioning procedures, etc.).

- Preferably with experience in power distribution solutions, PLC/control systems, compressor systems, and liquefaction.

- Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in Canada without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About The Team

We are a team of professionals from many countries and diverse backgrounds, each with unique missions and challenges in the biggest energy company of the world. We collaborate with our stakeholders around the world to protect Siemens Energy and create safer environment.

Our central functions provide first-class services and solutions in the areas of cybersecurity, and thus actively support the business. "Let’s make tomorrow different today" is our genuine commitment at Siemens Energy to all customers and employees on the way to a sustainable future.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

- Career growth and development opportunities

- Supportive work culture

- Company paid Health and wellness benefits

- Paid Time Off and paid holidays

- RRSP savings plan with company match

- Family building benefits

- Parental leave

This job is based in Woodfiber, British Columbia. Siemens Energy offers a variety of benefits including health and wellness, paid time off and holiday pay. The base salary range for this position is 68–105k.

Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, certifications, and other business needs. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual’s qualifications.

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