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Generator Specialist

Generator Specialist

NES Fircroft • Red Deer, CA
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Generator Specialist Location: Project-based across Alberta & British Columbia Contract Type: Long-Term Contract (12+ months). Position Overview We are seeking highly experienced Generator Specialists to support generator-related work on hydro, gas, and steam turbine systems across Western Canada. This role is focused on hands-on troubleshooting, leadership in the field, and technical ownership. The ideal candidate has deep experience with large rotating electrical machines, can lead crews onsite, and is confident in making high-level technical decisions during outages, commissioning, and maintenance activities. Key Responsibilities - Lead installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of generators coupled to hydro, gas, or steam turbines - Diagnose complex electrical and mechanical generator issues, including: - Excitation systems - Insulation systems - Rotor/stator conditions - Generator auxiliaries - Support generator overhauls, outages, uprates, and rewinds (technical lead scope) - Interpret and apply OEM documentation, electrical schematics, drawings, and test data - Perform and analyze diagnostic testing, including: - Insulation resistance (IR) & PI - Partial discharge (PD) - Vibration analysis - Thermal monitoring - Work closely with turbine specialists, engineers, and plant operations - Lead crews and subcontractors during field execution - Produce clear technical reports, recommendations, and root-cause analyses - Always uphold strict safety and QA/QC standards - Provide mentorship and technical guidance to site personnel and junior team members - Travel to project sites across Alberta and BC as required Qualifications - Diploma or Degree in: Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Technology, Power Engineering, or a related discipline - 5+ years of hands-on generator experience in hydro, gas, or steam turbine applications - Proven ability to troubleshoot independently and lead field teams - Strong knowledge of: - Large rotating electrical machines - Generator protection and excitation systems - Experience in commissioning, condition assessments, and outage planning - Comfortable working in power plants, field environments, and outage conditions - Strong communication, reporting, and customer-facing skills Preferred Qualifications - OEM or major service-provider experience with turbine-generator systems - Exposure to high-voltage and utility-scale generation - Experience with advanced diagnostics (PD testing, vibration, thermal analysis) - Professional designation such as P.Eng., CET, or equivalent - Familiarity with North American power generation standards and codes Contract Details / Work Hours: - 8 hours/day - Overtime after 8 hours/day or 44 hours/week - Per Diem: $75/day (food) - Hotel/Lodging: Provided by client - Transportation: Rental car or car allowance provided - Projects: Multiple sites across Alberta & British Columbia
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