About Us
At Braden, we are driven by the extraordinary potential of our colleagues to tackle even the most complex challenges. We turn obstacles into opportunities, and our shared commitment to a sustainable future starts with each of us. Every day, our team collaborates to share knowledge and improve wherever possible, creating lasting benefits for generations to come.
With design offices in Europe, the United Kingdom, and North America, Braden combines 100 years of innovation with a strong dedication to customer excellence. We deliver performance and product efficiency for customers in power generation, oil & gas, petrochemical, and industrial sectors. Our offices are strategically positioned to provide global access to our expertise while maintaining a local focus in everything we do. We are a leading supplier of auxiliary equipment for major gas turbine OEMs and a trusted provider of aftermarket products and services for gas turbine operators worldwide.
Role, Team & Location
As a Technical Field Advisor / Site Construction Supervisor, you will be part of our Aftermarket & Field Services team, playing a key role in supporting the installation, maintenance, repair, and modernization of power generation equipment at customer sites. This is a remote, field-based position requiring approximately 70–80% domestic and international travel. You will work in technically demanding industrial environments, supporting planned outages, equipment upgrades, and emergency service activities.
Working closely with customers, contractors, Engineering, Project Management, and Aftermarket teams, you will act as Braden’s on-site technical representative. You combine hands-on technical expertise with site supervision, ensuring that field activities are executed safely, efficiently, and to the required technical and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
As a Technical Field Advisor / Site Construction Supervisor, you provide technical leadership throughout the execution of field service and construction activities. You supervise technicians and subcontractors, coordinate on-site resources, and oversee equipment installation, inspection, maintenance, repair, and commissioning activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering specifications and project requirements.
You play an active role in preparing and executing outages and field projects, reviewing technical documentation, assessing equipment conditions, and identifying potential failures or technical risks. You troubleshoot complex equipment issues, recommend corrective actions, and work closely with Engineering and Project Management to resolve technical challenges, manage scope deviations, and support successful project delivery.
As Braden’s key technical representative on-site, you maintain strong customer relationships, communicate technical findings, and provide practical advice on equipment performance, maintenance, and reliability. Your observations also contribute to identifying opportunities for repairs, upgrades, modernization, and future aftermarket services. Throughout each assignment, you ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements, maintain accurate technical documentation and progress reports, and contribute to continuous improvement by sharing field experience and lessons learned with internal teams.
What You Bring
Experience & Education:
- A technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Power Generation Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical field experience.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in power generation, heavy industrial equipment, rotating equipment, field services, maintenance, or outage execution.
- Proven hands-on experience with the installation, inspection, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of complex mechanical equipment.
- Experience with gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, auxiliary equipment, or other major power plant equipment is preferred.
- Experience supporting power plant outages, equipment upgrades, retrofits, or modernization projects.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, schematics, technical specifications, and maintenance procedures.
- Knowledge of dimensional inspections, equipment alignment, tolerances, and precision mechanical assembly is an advantage.
- Experience supervising technicians, subcontractors, or field service crews is preferred.
- A valid driver’s licence and the ability to meet customer-site access requirements.
Skills:
- Strong technical knowledge and analytical troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify equipment issues and develop effective solutions.
- Ability to provide clear technical direction, coordinate site activities, and make sound decisions under demanding conditions.
- Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage priorities and meet challenging project schedules.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- A proactive, customer-focused mindset, with the ability to translate technical findings into practical recommendations.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to prepare clear, accurate technical reports and documentation.
- A strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary and international teams.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel approximately 70–80% of the time and work extended hours, weekends, or non-standard shifts when required.
What You Will Get
At Braden, you will take on a key role in delivering complex, international projects within a technically driven environment. You will have ownership, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on project success and customer satisfaction.
- A full-time position within an international and growing organisation.
- A competitive salary, aligned with your experience and level. A culture of openness and short communication lines.
- Strong team culture.
- Opportunities for career growth within our international organisation.
- A dynamic and technically challenging work environment with diverse, international projects.
- A high level of responsibility and autonomy in managing projects end-to-end.
- Close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, operations, and commercial functions.
- A professional and structured organisation where continuous improvement and quality are key.
- Opportunities to further develop your technical expertise.
If you are looking for a role where you can take ownership, drive results, and operate at the centre of technical project execution, this is your opportunity.
Why Join Us?
At Braden, you will be part of a dedicated team that shares a common vision for sustainable and innovative solutions. We offer an inclusive, collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Here, you will have the opportunity to work with talented professionals who share your commitment. Ready to join a forward-thinking team that values innovation and sustainability?
Apply today to become part of Braden and make a meaningful impact on our financial stability and long-term success!