Power Generation Field Engineer II

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Are you passionate about solving complex technical challenges in the field and making a tangible impact on power generation performance? We're seeking a Power Generation Field Engineer II to join our Aftermarket Services team and drive customer satisfaction through hands-on expertise and innovative retrofit solutions.

In this dynamic role, you'll be the technical lead on-site, supporting aging turbine air inlet systems and spearheading upgrades-especially HEPA filtration retrofits-to restore and enhance efficiency. You'll work directly with customers across North America, leading field crews, troubleshooting systems, and ensuring high-quality installations and refurbishments.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a skilled engineer who thrives in the field, enjoys travel, and is ready to contribute to the reliability and performance of critical power generation infrastructure.

Qualified candidates must be able to work a remote schedule or a hybrid schedule at our Bloomington, MN office / facility.

Role Responsibilities :

Provide on-site technical support to Power Generation customers with aging inlet systems.

On occasion lead field service crew of 10+ labors, properly training on SOP and inspecting the final project for completion and quality.

Lead and support inlet upgrades, including HEPA filtration retrofits to eliminate compressor efficiency loss.

Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control issues with pulse cleaning systems.

Support customers with coatings, corrections, and system refurbishments.

Interpret and apply engineering drawings to field installations and retrofits.

Commission and optimize evaporative cooling systems.

Lead field service crews of 10+ laborers and provide technical field service support demonstrating proper installation and verify project completion.

Conduct comprehensive inlet system inspections, including :

Identifying filter bypass issues.

Verifying pulsing functionality.

Recommending corrective actions to improve reliability.

Provide feedback from field experience to internal engineering and product teams.

Document field activities and customer interactions through company tools and reporting systems .

Travel : Up to 80%

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent work experience.

3+ years of field-based technical experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

Extensive travel within North America (up to 80%) is required during peak outage seasons in Spring and Fall.

Strong problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.

Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal).

Experience with Gas Turbine inlet systems and aftermarket upgrades.

Knowledge of power generation markets.

Hands-on experience with electrical controls, coatings, and retrofit projects.

Proficiency with Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, CRM).

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Annual Salary Range : $65,400 - $83,500. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, performance.

Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid parental leave) and more .

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available :

Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).

Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Keywords : Power generation, inlet upgrades, HEPA filtration, inlet systems, evaporative cooling systems, system refurbishments, electrical controls, retrofit

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