Electric Hydrogen’s mission is to make molecules to decarbonize our world! Our outstanding people are our most important asset and will allow us to deliver hydrogen from renewable electrolysis for heavy industry, at prices below fossil fuels.
We are looking for a Field Engineer for a Texas-based remote role responsible for owning field operations at Electric Hydrogen’s West Texas (Pecos) plant. This position serves as the primary on‑site technical resource, ensuring reliable operation, successful commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of the EH2 plant, while also providing support for other EH2 sites as needed.
You will work with a high degree of autonomy, supporting field execution while partnering closely with operations, engineering, and product teams. This role includes hands‑on troubleshooting, customer/site engagement, and continuous improvement of field operations.
This role requires significant travel during the 2026 commissioning phase, including extended on‑site assignments at the Pecos plant. Travel demands are expected to decrease following customer handover in 2027, transitioning primarily to preventive maintenance and reactive support needs. Work schedules may include extended hours, weekends, holiday coverage, and urgent off‑hours support as needed. Remote work flexibility is available when not on‑site. All travel‑related expenses, including lodging and meals, are covered by Electric Hydrogen.
Primary Responsibilities
Own operational readiness for the Pecos plant ahead of customer handover
Own plant performance and uptime during customer operations
Support installation, commissioning, and startup activities prior to customer handover
Troubleshoot operational issues and lead root cause analysis (RCA) efforts
Serve as the primary on‑site field engineering contact for Electric Hydrogen’s West Texas customer site
Respond to urgent operational issues to minimize downtime and restore plant functionality
Generate reports and present plant performance updates during regular customer meetings
Act as an escalation point for field‑related issues, coordinating cross‑functional support when required
Execute preventive, reactive, and predictive maintenance activities alongside customer and contract technicians
Manage inventory, spare parts, replacement cycles, and equipment logistics
Partner with supply chain and operations teams to improve spare parts strategies and lead times
Ensure proper storage, traceability, and readiness of field tools and maintenance materials
Utilize CMMS systems for maintenance planning, work order management, backlog tracking, maintenance records, and asset tracking
Monitor plant health and improve diagnostic capabilities
Develop and refine SOPs, checklists, training materials, and field service procedures
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
3+ years of field engineering or similar hands‑on experience supporting industrial or process equipment
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
Experience within energy, electrochemical, hydrogen, or industrial systems environments
Experience supporting commissioning and maintenance activities
Familiarity with CMMS systems, spare parts planning, inventory management, and logistics coordination
Strong customer‑facing communication and relationship management skills
Based in Texas or willing to relocate to Texas to support the high on‑site presence required during the commissioning phase (2026 through early 2027)
Compensation and Benefits
Salary range: $96,000 — $110,000 USD. Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job‑related skills, as well as relevant education or training and experience.
Base salary is just one part of Electric Hydrogen’s total rewards package. In addition to the base salary offered, the hired applicant may receive:
an equity grant
time off programs
a $75/month cell phone allowance
a 4% employer 401(k) match
access to competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term & long‑term disability plans
a discretionary bonus
Electric Hydrogen’s benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.
About Electric Hydrogen
Electric Hydrogen is a team of the world's experts in scaling technologies for the post‑carbon world, with a proven record in transforming the grid and transportation sectors. Backed by some of the world's top venture capital firms, we design and manufacture electrolytic hydrogen systems matched to renewable power sources to create green hydrogen by splitting water. We are building a cost‑effective and transformative path between renewable energy and multiple large industrial sectors. Abundant and low‑cost renewable energy sources will power the world, and Electric Hydrogen technology will use this energy to decarbonize industry through sustainable materials. We were founded in 2020 and are based in California and Massachusetts.
Electric Hydrogen is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for all to belong. We are aware that people from historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We are actively working on efforts to change this social norm.
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