Power Generation Technician

Summary

The Power Generation Technician is responsible for supporting the commissioning, operation, reliability, and performance of large natural gas reciprocating engine-driven power generation assets. This role provides hands-on technical expertise for generator packages such as Caterpillar CG260/3520, Waukesha 9394/16V275, and Jenbacher units, with involvement from factory testing through site commissioning and operational support.

The position includes participation in factory acceptance testing (FAT), pre-dispatch functional testing, and coordination with OEMs and EPC contractors to ensure equipment readiness prior to shipment and successful startup at site. The role also provides technical input on balance-of-plant (BOP) equipment, basic controls settings, and constructability considerations to support safe startup, high availability, and long-term reliability of plant equipment.

This role is based in Houston, Texas, with required travel to customer and project sites throughout the United States.

Principle Responsibilities and Duties

Factory Testing & Pre-Dispatch
• Support FAT, functional testing of generators/aux systems
• Assist OEM inspections, pre-dispatch commissioning
• Verify mechanical, electrical, controls readiness
• Help develop/close punch lists

Site Commissioning & Startup
• Support mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, startup
• Assist synchronization, performance, operational testing
• Perform system checks and validation
• Coordinate with OEMs, EPC, field teams to resolve issues

Reliability & Troubleshooting
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, operational issues
• Analyze performance data, alarms, trends
• Recommend actions to improve reliability/performance
• Support RCFA for engines, controls, auxiliaries

BOP & Controls Support
• Support BOP systems: switchgear, transformers, SCR, fuel gas
• Assist with control settings and parameter adjustments

Design & Constructability
• Review layouts/designs for commissioning/maintenance
• Advise on access, clearances, spacing
• Support RAM, HAZOP, constructability reviews
• Identify operational/maintenance risks early

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
5+ years of hands-on experience supporting commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of reciprocating engine-driven power generation equipment.
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
Demonstrated experience supporting generator set startup, commissioning, and maintenance planning activities.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, P&IDs, electrical drawings, and commissioning procedures.
Willingness to travel to project and customer sites across the United States

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with large gas engine platforms (CAT CG260/3520, Waukesha 9394/16V275, Jenbacher, or similar)
Experience supporting factory testing (FAT) and site commissioning of generator packages.
Familiarity with reliability and availability concepts for power generation equipment
Knowledge of emissions control systems (e.g., SCR) and associated auxiliary equipment.
Exposure to basic controls settings, tunable, and generator synchronization concepts
Experience supporting plant startups, outages, and operational troubleshooting events.

Key Competencies

Advanced mechanical, electrical and operational troubleshooting skills
Strong understanding of generator set commissioning and startup practices.
Ability to work independently in field environments and during critical startup events.
Effective communication with engineers, operations personnel, OEM technicians, and EPC contractors
Strong safety awareness and adherence to plant procedures and commissioning protocols

Physical Requirements

Combination of field, plant, factory, and occasional office environments
Travel to OEM facilities, fabrication shops, and customer project sites as required.
Support during commissioning, startup, testing, and troubleshooting activities.

About Us:

Transforming Energy for a Sustainable Future. Enerflex is a premier integrated global provider of energy infrastructure solutions, covering gas processing, compression, power generation, refrigeration, cryogenic, energy transition, and water solutions. We proudly employ more than 5,000 highly skilled employees across over 25 countries worldwide.

Enerflex places its core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Creativity, and Success into action across all aspects of the business. Our innovation, strong commitment to safety, and superior service to our customers positions us as the optimal partner to meet the needs of the dynamic energy industry.

We foster a culture of ensuring our employees have the tools to do their jobs right, but to also thrive in their roles. We pride ourselves in our competitive wages, extensive rewards programs, celebration of successes of individuals and teams, and are committed to ensuring Enerflex remains a safe and inclusive space for all.

What Enerflex Offers You:

Full time employees enjoy the following benefits:

Generous healthcare, dental and vision plan
401(k) employer matching
Competitive vaction & sick time program
Employee Equity Plan
Tuition reimbursement

Enerflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Enerflex grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities are provided in recruitment, hiring, promotions, wages, benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.