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Field Service Engineer
The RoleThe Field Service Engineer/Technician is a hands-on role responsible for commissioning, operating, and maintaining VRB USA's vanadium redox flow battery demonstration systems. You will be VRB USA's primary technical presence at project sites-leading system startup and acceptance testing, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the systems operate reliably. You will also play a foundational role in developing our commissioning procedures, maintenance protocols, and field service documentation that will scale with the company.
Commissioning & Startup
- Lead the commissioning of two vanadium flow battery demonstration systems, including electrolyte preparation, stack energization, BMS configuration, and system integration testing
- Execute and document acceptance testing and performance validation against project specifications
- Coordinate with the engineering team, EPC contractors, and site hosts to ensure safe and efficient system startup
- Develop and refine commissioning checklists, procedures, and safety protocols for flow battery systems
Operations & Maintenance
- Monitor system performance remotely and on-site, using SCADA/BMS platforms to identify and address issues proactively
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on electrochemical stacks, pumps, heat exchangers, piping, power conversion systems, and control electronics
- Diagnose and repair faults across electrical, mechanical, and electrochemical subsystems
- Manage spare parts inventory, field service tools, and equipment
- Maintain detailed service logs, work orders, and maintenance records
Documentation & Product Feedback
- Create and maintain commissioning reports, O&M manuals, and troubleshooting guides specific to VRB USA systems
- Collect and analyze field performance data, providing regular reports to the engineering and leadership teams
- Feed field observations and failure mode data back to the product engineering team to drive design improvements
- Support customer and site host communications as the on-site technical representative
About youIn order to be successful in this role, you will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with 3+ years of relevant experience, OR an Associate's degree or technical certification with 5+ years of hands-on experience in field service, commissioning, or maintenance of electrical/power systems. Given the nature of the role within the organization, you will need to be self-motivated and enjoy building teams from the ground up. Candidates will have the following skills and experience, with a preference for flow battery or fuel cells system experience and familiarity with vanadium electrolyte handling or chemical process systems (pumps, tanks, heat exchangers, piping):
- Demonstrated experience commissioning, operating, or maintaining complex electrical or electrochemical systems (battery energy storage, power conversion, industrial process equipment, or similar)
- Strong knowledge of DC electrical systems, power electronics, and electrical safety practices
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, TCP/IP, CAN bus, RS-485) and SCADA/BMS systems
- Proficiency with electrical testing and measurement equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, meggars, thermal imaging)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings
- Experience with PLC programming or configuration
- Knowledge of relevant safety and performance standards: UL 1973, UL 9540, IEC 62932, NFPA 855
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear technical documentation
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel 25-40% to project sites within the U.S.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, lift 50 lbs, and work at elevation when required
- Experience working in a startup environment where you wear many hats
Next Steps & Benefits If the above sounds like you and you are eager to get involved with an industry leader and play a key role in establishing U.S. manufacturing, please apply. The successful applicant will receive a salary commensurate with their experience, fully paid health insurance, & participation in a long-term incentive plan.
