Commissioning Engineer III - Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to operate at cryogenic temperatures as low as – 420 degrees Fahrenheit, the boiling point of Liquid hydrogen. For over 50 years, Nikkiso ACD has specialized in centrifugal and reciprocating pumps as well as turbines for air separation. Nikkiso ACD has the most diversified product line in the industry covering nearly every application requiring pumps or turboexpanders. Reporting to the Director, Engineering, the Commissioning Engineer provides highly technical support to an international client base. The Commissioning Engineer primarily executes customer requests for installation, commissioning, repair and troubleshooting of rotating equipment. 

This position is based at Nikkiso ACD located in Santa Ana, CA.

• Responsible for commissioning (and site repair) electrical and mechanical systems and components.
• Read and interpret drawings such as mechanical assemblies, control/power panels, schematics, and piping & instrumentation diagrams.
• Excellent technical knowledge and possess good manual dexterity.
• Ability to read instructions in manuals, drawings, schematics, etc., and precisely follow them.
• Be able to troubleshoot basic to medium complexity issues related to built systems' electrical and mechanical functionality.
• Reasonable actions may be made to perform essential functions for Nikkiso Products.
• Test transmitters, switches, valves, etc., on arrival and final assembly installation.
• Perform and document functional tests of mechanical and electrical equipment after final assembly.
• Program and troubleshoot control equipment such as temperature controllers, VFDs, burner management systems, etc.
• Read assembly drawings, wiring schematics, and piping & instrumentation diagrams to confirm equipment functionality after it is built.
• Travel to sites to help install, commission, or troubleshoot equipment.
• Follow the direction of the other senior technicians.
• Verify that the specifications of the equipment built are correct.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions as needed.
• Ensure the working environment is clean and safe.
• Report and/or make recommendations to engineering for possible improvements on products.
• Work with the shop and sometimes assist with components' assembly or wiring as needed.
• Works with customers to determine work scope, provide quotations, necessary parts and tool lists and other logistic considerations necessary to prepare for field service personnel’s work.
• Generates long-term corrections to CARs.
• Provides technical support to various internal teams.
• Maintains an at-home office for activities in between service calls, if not posted at NCI
• Performs pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Performs highly skilled repair and troubleshooting activities.
• Provides on-site training to customers to improve the customers’ ability to effectively operate, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment.
• Completes a Field Service report after providing site services.

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

• Previous experience in a high-travel role servicing rotating equipment internationally is preferred.
• 2 + years minimum of related experience