Field Service Technician | La Porte, IN

Join a global leader in renewable energy solutions!

Power Electronics designs and services utility-scale solar and battery inverters, EV chargers, and speed drives worldwide. Power Electronics is searching for new team members in order to sustain its business presence in the US and continue to provide its clients with outstanding 24/7 technical support. We want you on our team to help make the world more sustainable.

Funciones de Puesto

Realizar la puesta en marcha de los equipos en campo, asegurando el correcto funcionamiento de los mismos.

Realizar las acciones de reparación y mantenimiento de los equipos, siguiendo las instrucciones y protocolos de trabajo.

Registrar en el sistema de gestión la información asociada a las acciones de puesta en marcha, mantenimiento y correctivos realizados en los equipos.

Gestionar y realizar un uso adecuado de los stocks (materiales y componentes) y los recursos (vehículo, material de ofimática, ropa laboral, EPIs...) asignados para su actividad, haciendo un uso responsable de los mismos.

Realizar los inventarios requeridos para velar por el mantenimiento correcto y actualizado del stock y los materiales asignados a su actividad.

Participar en maniobras en Baja y Media Tensión eléctrica.

Realizar todas aquellas tareas encomendadas por su responsable inmediato tanto asociadas con su área como vinculadas a otros departamentos para asegurar el correcto desarrollo del trabajo.

Cumplir con la matriz de roles y responsabilidades en materia de seguridad y salud en su puesto de trabajo (P14.130S-F01).

Académica

Grado Medio y/o Superior en Electricidad y Electrónica y/o Licenciatura o Grado Universitario en Ingeniería Eléctrica, Electrónica o similares

Deseable formación, preferentemente en mecánica o electromecánica.

Informática

Nivel profesional de paquete office

Idiomas

Domino del idioma de la zona asignada. De manera general, es deseable Inglés (B1)

Competencia Genérica

"Personales - Orientado a resultados"

"Personales - Iniciativa y responsabilidad"

"Técnicas - Microsoft 365 (excel & ppt, sharepoint suite)"

"Personales - Comunicación e influencia a otros"

"Técnicas - Manipulaciones de elementos mecánicos de montaje"

"Personales - Orientación al cliente"

"Personales - Resolución de problemas"

"Personales - Adaptabilidad al cambio (resiliencia)"

"Técnicas - Herramientas Monitoring & reporting "

"Liderazgo - Autodesarrollo y fomenta desarrollo de los demás"

"Técnicas - Data Driven / Pensamiento analítico"

"Técnicas - Reparación y mantenimiento del producto"

"Técnicas - Equipos de Protección individual"

"Técnicas - Manipulación de elementos eléctricos/electrónicos de montaje"

Competencia Específica

Competencia Management

Experiencia Previa

Experiencia mínima de un año en un puesto y/o actividades similares, con experiencia demostrable en instalación y montaje mecánico y eléctrico

Conocimiento Específico

Programación PLCs y BUSes industriales

Interpretación de planos

Interpretación de esquemas eléctricos

Why Choose Power Electronics?

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family:

- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for you and your dependents are 100% covered by the company—no paycheck deductions, fully paid by Power Electronics.

- Basic Life Insurance – fully covered by Power Electronics.

- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance – fully covered by Power Electronics.

- All necessary work equipment: laptop, phone, uniform, and basic PPE safety gear.

- 401(k) Retirement Plan – with 5% company match.

- 14 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, plus 14 paid national holidays (including 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.).

- Paternal Leave.

- Continuous training through our Corporate University.

- Multicultural environment with real opportunities for growth.

What You’ll Do

As a Field Services Technician, you will be a critical part of our technical operations team, ensuring the optimal performance of our utility-scale solar and battery inverter systems. Your main duties will include:

1. Commissioning & Start-Up

- Perform start-up and commissioning of solar inverters at photovoltaic plants.

- Ensure systems are configured and operating according to specifications.

2. Troubleshooting & Repair

- Diagnose and repair inverter faults in the field.

- Replace components such as MV transformers, switchgear, electronic boards, AC/DC fuses, fans, and filters.

3. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

- Conduct scheduled maintenance and updates (software/hardware).

- Follow safe start/stop procedures and warranty protocols.

4. Field Reporting & Documentation

- Submit accurate daily field reports detailing work performed and time spent.

- Complete expense reports and maintain inventory of assigned parts.

5. Customer Support & Safety

- Provide technical assistance and ensure customer satisfaction.

- Adhere to safety protocols and company training standards.

6. Asset Management

- Maintain and care for company property including vehicle, tools, devices, and PPE.

- Ensure proper installation of wiring and connections (Layer 1 responsibilities).

7. Travel & Flexibility

- Travel as required based on operational needs across the U.S.

- Be available for emergency support and 24/7 service coverage when needed.

What We’re Looking For

- Education or licenses: Journeyman or Master’s Electrician license. Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronics engineering, or related technical field.

- Experience: Minimum 2–3 years in field service, commissioning, or maintenance of industrial electrical equipment.

- Technical Skills:

- Strong understanding of electrical systems and components.

- Experience with solar inverters (desirable), MV equipment, and power electronics.

- Familiarity with diagnostic tools and software updates.

- Certifications: OSHA, NFPA 70E, or similar safety certifications preferred.

- Soft Skills:

- Problem-solving mindset and customer-oriented attitude.

- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

- Strong communication and reporting skills.

- Other:

- Valid driver’s license.

- Work in outdoor environments.

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