The Big Picture:

Compressor Products International (“CPI”) part of the Howden group is a leading provider of aftermarket components and services to the global reciprocating compressor market. Throughout the world, our customers count on us for service and solutions that keep their compressors, lubrication systems and business running. With our thorough knowledge of compressor operation and extensive field experience gained from years of collaboration with compressor manufacturers and users, we are proud to help drive growth in the markets we serve and to enable our customers’ success!

We are now looking for a Senior Technician to join our Field Service team and who will assist us in making a valuable difference in the century to come. We ensure that compressors continue to operate for years to come through maintenance plans, supply of OEM parts, service calls and equipment modifications to today's technology or changed operating conditions and repairs. The Senior Technicians perform and supervise installation, commissioning and start-up activities for new compressor systems, perform preventive and corrective maintenance on rotating equipment and provide technical services and advise to our customers. In this dynamic position, you will be working on customer sites all over the world.

What needs to be done?

• Perform and supervise the installation and commissioning and start-up activities of new reciprocating compressor systems;

• Ensuring all activities are performed in accordance to both Howden and customer standards;

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on rotating equipment, mainly on reciprocating compressors;

• Be responsible for the safety of the site teams and the site, and lead by example in implementation of Howdens safety standards and core values;

• Provide technical services and advise on varied and complex nature ensuring compliance with Howden standards as well as customer’s standards and procedures;

• Responsible for all activities related to service and repair or maintenance products taken on for service/repair;

• Be an advisor and a first contact for the customer, reporting both externally and internally;

• Identify new opportunities: sales, service agreements, technical solutions, etc.

What do you need to bring?

• Relevant technical background (Bachelor degree) and knowledge of rotating equipment.

• Several years of experience as a Senior Technician (Field Service Engineer) on rotating equipment in a supervisory role.

• Customer focus, flexibility, strong time management skills and a pro-active and constructive attitude.

• Strong problem solving skills.

• A good knowledge of maintenance concepts and process techniques.

• An open and engaging communication style, ability to explain complex matters in a simple way.

• Safety minded, enjoys working both independently as well as within a team.

• Willing to travel around 70% of the time and up to 9 weeks away from home and travel globally with sometimes a short notice period.

• Fluency in English is an absolute must, language skills in an additional language (f.e. Dutch, German, Spanish, French) is preferred.

What will you get in return?

This is a great opportunity to be part of an international environment and a successful company. We offer the right candidate an independent role, with a large degree of freedom, responsibility and impact. You will get the chance to join a team with dedicated colleagues. We offer an interesting and challenging position within a professional, international organization with freedom to act and the opportunity to work with a variety of stakeholders. As we consider talent management as key to the success of our organization, we offer opportunities for personal and professional development. We offer a salary package that is fully in line with the level of the position combined with an extensive package of fringe benefits. I n this position you will be based in Zuidland, the Netherlands, but will be working at our customers sites all over the world.

About us:

We enable our customers’ vital processes , which advance a more sustainable world . This is the Howden vision that drives us! Liaise with our colleagues in 34 countries. We offer global and local opportunities , 6000 employees and world leading engineers, who create cutting edge developments .

You will be a part of over 160 years of innovation and development that continues today with our digital solutions. At Howden we have a strong corporate identity and purpose . You will be a member of our team, shaping the future of the world and tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the planet. Our products and organization are Revolving Around You. Our culture promotes individual development to enhance our most important asset – our people.