Field Service Engineer
Houston, TX
Category: Engineering
Reference ID: 10069143
Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/5V3mUK
Position: Field Service Engineer – Marine Diesel Engines
Location: Houston, TX
Compensation: $40.00 - $50.00 / Hourly
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, PTO
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Position is not eligible for sponsorship.
A leading global services organization supporting the marine, power, and industrial sectors is seeking a highly experienced Field Service Engineer based in Houston, TX. This role supports engine services and maintenance across the Americas and Gulf of Mexico with 50-70%+ travel required.
This is a hands-on, lead technical role responsible for overseeing and executing major service and overhaul work on 2-stroke and 4-stroke medium-speed diesel engines used in marine and power generation environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep field experience, strong mechanical expertise, and the ability to lead crews during complex multi-day engine overhauls.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute major engine overhauls (24–78+ hour projects) including piston pulls, inspections, and rebuilds
- Direct field teams during maintenance of 2-stroke and 4-stroke diesel engines and related systems
- Perform and oversee precision measurements (bore, deflection, backlash, ovality, wear, alignment) using gauges and diagnostic tools
- Lead troubleshooting and repair of major engine components (cylinder heads, liners, pumps, fuel systems, turbochargers, etc.)
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols, lead toolbox talks, and manage job site safety compliance
- Prepare scopes of work, coordinate tooling and logistics, and manage job documentation and reporting
- Communicate directly with customers, ship superintendents, and internal coordinators throughout service execution
- Train and mentor junior technicians and ensure quality control of all technical work and measurements
Requirements:
- 8–10+ years of experience in diesel engine service, marine engineering, or heavy mechanical/power systems
- Strong hands-on knowledge of medium-speed 4-stroke and large 2-stroke diesel engines
- Experience with major engine platforms such as EMD, Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), Sulzer, or similar
- Proven ability to lead large-scale engine overhauls and field service teams
- Strong mechanical aptitude with precision measurement and diagnostic tools
- Ability to interpret technical manuals and execute complex repair procedures independently
- High School Diploma or equivalent required (technical degree preferred but not required)
- Valid driver’s license
- TWIC card and passport required or ability to obtain
- Willingness to travel extensively (50%+) including international and remote locations
- Ability to work in extreme environments and meet physical demands of field service work
This client is eager to get someone hired, as their tenured engineer is retiring.
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Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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