Technical Support Engineer
Job Description
Atlas Copco Comptec LLC is hiring a Technical Support Engineer in Houston, TX to deliver hands-on technical expertise for centrifugal compressors and rotating equipment.
Responsibilities
- Act as a primary technical resource for customers and field service personnel, supporting troubleshooting for centrifugal compressors and turbomachinery systems.
- Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues with solutions that are timely, accurate, and well documented.
- Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, vendors, and product companies to drive issue resolution and support customer needs.
- Lead technical support activities including documentation, corrective actions, root cause analysis, CRM tickets, and warranty-related support.
- Contribute to improvements in field service processes, technical training, and customer support capabilities across the organization.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in field service, technical support, or maintenance of centrifugal compressors, rotating equipment, or turbomachinery.
- OR a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with relevant industry experience.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical systems, controls, and electrical components.
- Excellent communication, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities, including support during urgent customer situations.
- Hands-on experience with centrifugal compressors, turboexpanders, or other large rotating equipment.
- Experience with SAP, CRM systems, and the oil & gas or process industries.
Technology
- SAP
- CRM systems
Compensation and Benefits
- $85,000 to $115,000 USD base salary (annual) plus an annual bonus opportunity.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with up to a 6% company match.
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and company holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- Culture focused on trust, accountability, and collaboration.
- Lifelong learning and career growth within a global organization.
- Innovation supported by people, with direct impact on customer success.
- Health and well-being programs designed to support personal and professional thriving.
Work Location
- Hybrid role.
- Split time between working from home and being on-site at the service center in Houston, TX, United States.
- Location is near the William P. Lobby Airport.
Additional Details
- Reports to the Field Service Manager.
- Employment type: Hybrid.
- Functional area: Engineering.
- Legal entity: Atlas Copco Comptec LLC.
- City/Province: Houston, TX.
- Talent Acquisition Team: Ally Romero.