Field Service Engineer – Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)

Summary

Hitachi Energy is a leader in power technology solutions, and they are seeking a Field Service Engineer to provide hands-on service work on High Voltage Gas Insulated Switchgear. The role involves supporting customers at various sites across the United States, ensuring the reliable operation of critical high voltage infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across all project execution phases, including commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover
• Supervise installation and commissioning activities for GIS substations at customer sites
• Run troubleshooting activities involving field personnel and subcontractors
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and company policies at all job sites
• Ensure correct use of tools, equipment, vehicles, materials, and supplies at site locations
• Oversee contracted maintenance activities to confirm work is completed effectively and efficiently
• Maintain detailed site documentation including operational procedures, performance reports, test data, and equipment manuals
• Coordinate and communicate internally and externally to enable smooth completion of site operations
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

Skills

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States
• Relevant experience in engineering and or construction environments, preferably within the power industry
• Understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment
• Interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and conflict situations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Project
• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline is preferred but not mandatory

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States
• Relevant experience in engineering and or construction environments, preferably within the power industry
• Understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment
• Interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and conflict situations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Project

Nice to Haves

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline is preferred but not mandatory

Benefits

• Access to learning platforms and career development programs
• Attractive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements