Field Technical Advisor; FTA

General Openings - Field Technical Advisor (FTA)

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This is a general posting for a Field Technical Advisor. This role is part of a team that is responsible for ensuring construction of a quality product that will perform to N/E standards and expectations and for promoting customer relationships that will enhance N/E position as "Our Customers Preferred Choice." This position offers the flexibility of remote work for candidates on a case‑by‑case basis following an initial period of in‑office training, with occasional visits to our St.

Louis office as business needs require.

Nooter/Eriksen is an employee‑owned company with headquarters in Fenton, MO and Milan, Italy. We specialize in HRSG (Heat Recovery Steam Generator) design, construction, equipment supply and solutions in the power industry, worldwide.

We offer a flexible work schedule with the option of working half‑days on Fridays! We provide a full benefits package. Our 401(K) provides an employer match and an annual non‑elective contribution. We provide medical with an employer contribution toward the HSA. Short‑Term disability, vision and dental are 100% covered by the company. We also offer a wellness plan, fitness reimbursement, and a flexible work schedule, including the option of half‑day Fridays year‑round.

As a Field Technical Advisor ("FTA"), you will add value to N/E's product by supporting its customers and contractors with onsite technical support during construction. The FTA provides technical advice during the unloading, storage, and installation of N/E equipment, inspects the assembly, alignment and clearances of equipment supplied by N/E, maintains back‑charges within budget, addresses construction issues/problems, interprets mechanical and structural drawings for contractors, reports job progress including field problems using N/E field service report form, and manages contractors in onsite repairs and modifications.

Specific onsite responsibilities will include coordinating how N/E equipment can be lifted or moved using different types of construction equipment to assure no damage to the equipment, making decisions as to whether contractor deviations from N/E drawings are acceptable, making decisions if field issues are N/E responsibility or Contractor's responsibility, reviewing construction processes and making suggestions on how to design our equipment better, and managing and directing N/E subcontractors in repairs or modifications, to include customer or plant on‑site policies and requirements as well as NE safety, quality, production, and schedule.

• At least three (3) years of experience as an onsite Lead or Supervisor in the construction or energy fields; experience as a superintendent preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of industrial construction in the power industry, welding and NDE.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills, ability to work with office engineers, field erection craftspeople, construction management and customers. Proficiency in English.
• Ability to read, write, problem‑solve, make quick decisions, interpret data and analyze results; effective written and verbal communication is essential.

This position requires 100% travel by plane or approved vehicle with unpredictable and limited notice, extensive walking, climbing stair towers and ladders, entering confined spaces, and working in all weather conditions.

Pre‑employment drug screen and background check required.

We pride ourselves on our collaborative environment where employees are empowered to advance their careers, explore career paths, and grow personally and professionally. Nooter/Eriksen is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, safe, and empowered to do their best work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

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