Service Engineer - Generator Sets

About the role

Destinus is looking for a Service Engineer in Hengelo to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on its OPRA generator sets, diagnose faults, carry out installations and commissioning, and support customers on site. The role is primarily field-based, at customer sites including industrial facilities and oil and gas onshore and offshore installations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Destinus OPRA generator sets and respond to emergency breakdowns with on-site support.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, electronic and control-system faults; inspect engines, alternators, control panels, fuel, cooling and exhaust systems.
• Carry out generator installation, testing, commissioning and start-up, including load-bank and performance testing.
• Service and repair engines, alternators, AVR systems, governors, batteries, starters, sensors and control systems.
• Read wiring diagrams, technical manuals, schematics and engine documentation, and configure and troubleshoot generator controllers and monitoring systems.
• Identify root causes of failures and recommend corrective actions, and prepare service reports, maintenance records and inspection reports.
• Maintain records of spare parts, tools and equipment condition, and communicate with customers about faults, repairs and maintenance needs.
• Provide technical guidance and basic operational training to customers and site personnel, following safety procedures and manufacturer recommendations.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Typically 2-5+ years of experience servicing, maintaining or commissioning generator sets or industrial power equipment.
• Experience with rotating equipment, alternators and automatic transfer systems is preferred.
• Valid driving licence; travel to customer sites on shore and offshore, and work outside normal hours during emergencies, is required.