Field Service Engineer - Centrifugal Compressor Specialist
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In short
Field Service Engineer specializing in centrifugal compressors for Atlas Copco in Dubai/Abu Dhabi. Responsibilities include installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and providing technical support for centrifugal compressors and associated systems.
Responsibilities
- Execute installation, commissioning, and start-up of centrifugal compressors and associated systems.
- Configure anti-surge control and optimize compressor performance using control software.
- Lead commissioning, performance testing, and customer acceptance testing of centrifugal compressors.
- Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and provide corrective action recommendations.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and major overhauls (24K and 48K service intervals).
- Diagnose and resolve issues related to vibration, surge, and performance deviations.
- Provide on-site and remote technical support for Centrifugal Compressor including emergency service calls.
- Support system upgrades, including central controller’s integration and other enhancement projects.
- Prepare comprehensive service reports and maintain accurate records of all service interventions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering / electrical engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience with Turbo Compressor, preferably the Atlas Copco product range or any other rotating equipment.
- Strong knowledge of Centrifugal Compressor theory, performance curves, and operating principles.
- Hands-on experience with gearbox inspections, bearing assessments, rotor measurements, and impeller inspections.
- Experience in vibration analysis and troubleshooting of rotating equipment.
- Good understanding of compressor control systems, anti-surge control logic, and capacity control methods.
- Ability to perform root cause analysis and prepare technical investigation reports.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and perform flow and pressure calculations.
- Familiarity with remote monitoring tools and diagnostic software.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills.
- Willingness to travel frequently within the UAE, GCC when required.
- Knowledge of surge line setup, compressor performance optimization, and commissioning activities.
- Ensure compliance with Atlas Copco and customer HSE requirements, including PTW, LMRA, and safe work practices during all service activities.
- Experience working on cross-border service projects and multi-site operations.
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with Centrifugal compressors, central controller’s & SMARTLINK is highly preferred.
- Atlas Copco Centrifugal Compressor experience is preferred; however, candidates with strong centrifugal compressor or rotating equipment experience from other OEMs will also be considered.
Benefits
- Culture of trust and accountability
- Lifelong learning and career growth
- Innovation powered by people
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Health and well-being
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