Siemens Energy

About the Role

Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Department: Gas Services
Mode of Employment: Permanent
Position Title: Senior Field Service Engineer – Gas Turbine Controls

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Senior Field Service Engineer, you will act as the on-site technical leader, responsible for the commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of aero-derivative gas turbine control systems. You will operate across both onshore and offshore environments, ensuring high performance, reliability, and compliance with OEM standards.

You will serve as the primary technical interface with customers, leading field activities, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring safe and efficient operations.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead on-site commissioning, maintenance, and servicing activities for gas turbine control systems and associated equipment
• Ensure all work is executed in line with OEM specifications, company procedures, and quality standards
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues independently, using advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Interpret technical drawings, manuals, and system documentation to support maintenance and problem-solving
• Monitor project execution, identify risks (e.g. abnormal vibrations, safety issues), and implement corrective actions proactively
• Ensure availability of materials, tools, and resources required for successful project delivery
• Maintain accurate and timely reporting, including service reports, equipment history, and operational feedback
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and customer representatives to ensure alignment and transparency
• Plan and coordinate maintenance schedules, personnel, and logistics for routine and major interventions
• Support operations and maintenance teams during high workload periods
• Promote and enforce Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards, driving a strong zero-harm culture

What You Bring

• Engineering degree, preferably in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
• 8–10+ years of experience in gas turbine control systems
• Strong technical expertise in:
• Gas turbine controls (primary expertise)
• Mechanical systems (supporting knowledge)
• Rotating equipment packages
• Extensive experience working on recognized gas turbine product lines
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals
• Proven experience in onshore and offshore environments (mandatory)
• Strong computer literacy, including MS Office and technical software tools
• Deep understanding of aero-derivative gas turbine systems and operations is a strong advantage

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities in field environments
• High level of autonomy and accountability
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
• Ability to work under pressure in demanding and remote environments
• Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 92,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards

• Working with a global team
• Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
• Possibility to take over further tasks within the company
• Supportive work culture
• Medical benefits
• Remote/Flexible work
• Time off/Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform

• e-Learning
• Mentorship
• Coaching

·         Open feedback culture