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Requisition ID: R0000194701

Description

• Powering the future through innovative, sustainable energy solutions.
• Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts. More than 16,000 Solar units are installed in more than 100 countries with more than 3 billion operating hours. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages, and generator sets.
• At Solar Turbines, we are dedicated to attracting and retaining next generation talent. Our new graduates work on projects that impact our business and the future of our company. With offices and facilities around the world, our recruits will collaborate and connect with Solar employees on a global scale.
• You will be welcomed into a workforce that powers the future with innovative ideas that you make a reality.
• The New Graduate Field Service Representative Program provides the foundation for the future success of Solar Turbines engineers and the future success of the organization. The purpose of the program is to start the development and training of the next generation of highly capable and highly competent engineers.
• This is a 3-year rotational program for recently graduated engineers. The candidate will spend an extensive period in training that will focus on a broad exposure to our products and the Customer Service organization.
• The training you receive will be a combination of classroom and on-line training, significant hands-on experience in the , structured on the job training in the role of a field service representative and mentored controls system training at various Solar locations including in our Power Generation district office in Griesheim, the Czech Republic, San Diego (CA), Mabank (TX) and Desoto (TX). Each phase of the program emphasizes a different aspect of field operations.
• This program offers an excellent opportunity to combine formal training with hands on experience in the field as Field Service Representative.

Topics covered include:

• Safety training
• Gas turbine package familiarization training
• Controls system training
• Customer services experience
• Engine Overhaul/Repair
• Power Generation and Gas compression
• Troubleshooting
• Structured on the job (Hands on) training at Customer Sites in the Field

Requirements

• The successful candidate will have graduated within the previous three years with an Engineering related university degree (or equivalent).
• This position requires significant travel and interface in customer facilities.  Frequent communication with the customer and technical personnel is required while diagnosing turbine package and balance of plant related issues. 
• In addition, the successful candidate will be required to work safely and with little supervision in the field environment while maintaining a high degree of responsibility and professionalism.

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Requisition ID: R0000194704

Job Purpose 

• This position serves as a company technical and administrative representative and deals with customer service assignment including on-site preventive maintenance and inspection service work.   

Dimensions

• Work is normally performed according to specific, detailed instructions with latitude to act independently increasing with the individual’s professional development.

Nature and Scope

• The New Grad FSR will report directly to the FSS.  They must have basic knowledge of methods and experience in the maintenance of all Solar product lines.

Principle Accountabilities

• Understand and comply with Solar and customer HSSE policies and procedures. Ensure the work permit system is complied with.
• Participates by attending general safety and toolbox safety meetings and toolbox safety meetings and completing all required safety training including CLMS training courses.
• Ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with company policy, manufacturer's recommendations, and good practices.
• Must have basic knowledge of methods and experience in the maintenance of various equipment associated with primary and utility equipment. 
• Must be able to proactively recognize electrical/mechanical abnormalities and potential safety problems and take appropriate action to prevent a serious safety hazard from developing and causing damage to equipment.
• Provide daily reports to the relevant manager on projects or daily work.
• Keep abreast of pending work and personnel required to complete the projects.
• Ensure that necessary parts are available and submit materials requisitions when required. 
• Accurately report and update all equipment histories to effectively forecast equipment utilization and efficiency.
• Coordinate any changes necessary to ensure operations are efficient and minimal downtime is required.
• Ensure effective communication and reporting to immediate supervision and if applicable, customer representatives.
• Will utilize sound judgment when analyzing problems.  
• Solve problems with little or no supervision in a timely and cost-effective manner. 
• Will be aware of procedures and options for identifying sources of information and technical advice.  Will have sufficient product knowledge to repair and adjust minor mechanical/electrical components/systems and will be capable of reading applicable drawings and technical manuals.
• Work individually or with assigned FSR’s on the preventive/corrective maintenance.  
• Will be required to assist in a technical manner with the operations and maintenance crew in any area if the workload exceeds the number of personnel available.
• Monitor maintenance services or installation support to ensure they are carried out in line with Solar Engineering specifications, manufacturing recommendations and in a safe manner in accordance with the HSSE policies and procedures.
• Utilize the Workforce Management Process and system to manage work orders.
• This includes performing pre-work by reviewing and updating site safety information, managing employee information, and availability.  
• The WFM application will also be used to record and report time, manage software and drawing changes, generate daily reports, review hardship data, and manage the task library. 

Qualifications

• The New Grad FSR will possess an Engineering Degree / HND with 0 to 3 years’ experience in a related industry.  
• Experience in an overseas/offshore environment is desirable as is familiarity with rotating equipment and PLC systems.  
• This experience may be either Mechanical or Instrument/ Electrical and will show an aptitude for a cross-disciplined approach to the job.
• Where regionally required, the New Grad FSR will hold and maintain an offshore medical and survival certificate and/or other training/certifications as needed.