Service Engineer (m/w/d)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Mannheim; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

IG Metall collective wage agreement

Flexible working hours

35-hour week

30 days vacation

Relocation service

Fitness studios access

Accessibility accommodations

Zusammenfassung

Hitachi Energy Germany AG is seeking a qualified technician for the HVDC service team in Germany. You will perform planned maintenance and servicing of automation, communication and safety systems on HVDC converter stations and offshore platforms, with opportunities to work on projects in Germany and abroad.

A proactive, self-directed specialist with a strong customer orientation is ideal. The role requires willingness to travel for extended periods, compliance with safety regulations, and

Qualifikationen

• Apprenticeship in electronics/industrial engineering and automation.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including staying for weeks.
• German language at B1 level; English also used; French welcome.

Aufgaben

• Maintenance and repair of HVDC platform equipment and converter stations.
• Short-term troubleshooting of plant.
• Documentation of maintenance activities using maintenance software.
• Adherence to internal safety specs and relevant regulations; client safety standards.
• Supervise contracted service providers and inspect their work.

Ausbildung

Apprenticeship as electronics technician - industrial engineering, energy & building services engineering, automation technology of mechatronics

Jobbeschreibung

Location & Job Details

Location: Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany Job ID: R0136761 Date Posted: 2026-08-18 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description

By joining the GI Service team in Germany (GI Service) you are responsible for carrying out the planned maintenance and servicing work of the automation, communication and safety systems as well as all other electrotechnical systems on converter stations and offshore platforms. The opportunity High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) is a key enabler for a carbon-neutral energy system. It is highly efficient for transmitting large amounts of electricity over long distances, integration of renewables and interconnecting grids, opening for new sustainable transmission solutions. In the field of service for high-voltage direct current transmission systems (HVDC), you will be part of our HVDC service team (DEHVDC) and responsible for carrying out the planned maintenance and servicing work of the automation, communication and safety systems as well as all other electrotechnical systems on converter stations and offshore platforms. The fascinating and challenging projects are in Germany and several other countries e.g. Democratic Republic of Congo and in the North and Baltic Sea. We and our motivated hearty international team are very happy to pass on our knowledge and experience to you, and are also looking forward to learning from you! We want to win you as a new colleague, because you also want to tackle the next big high-voltage projects with us and drive the energy transition forward with us. Our flexible work practices help you optimise personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Maintenance and repair of the high and low voltage equipment as well as other components of the HVDC platforms and converter stations
• Short-term troubleshooting of the plant
• Documentation of the activities carried out by means of maintenance software
• Without exception, you will take into account our internal safety specifications as well as the relevant statutory safety regulations and those of the respective customer
• You supervise contracted service providers within the scope of maintenance and inspect the work and services performed

Your Background

You have successfully completed an apprenticeship as an electronics technician for industrial engineering, energy & building services engineering, automation technology of mechatronics. Ideally, you have deepened your expertise through further training as a technician or master craftsman. You see yourself as a self-directed and motivated expert who is used to tackling the necessary activities within the scope of maintenance and commissioning and repair on site with a high degree of initiative, assertiveness, willingness to learn and a high level of customer orientation. Due to the work in multinational teams the command of the German and English language in the level B1 is necessary; French would be welcome.

Additional Requirements

Highest degree of flexibility and willingness to travel at home and abroad with a travel duration of several weeks e.g. Democratic Republic of Congo. Participation in 24/7 on-call service. Driving license class B. A multicultural attitude is a prerequisite for this interesting and varied job.

Benefits & Perks

• Collective wage agreement from IG Metall (Baden-Württemberg) including special payments
• Flexible working hours (working time accounts)
• Motivated, warm team with young and very experienced colleagues
• 35 hour week plus overtime pay for extra work
• 30 days vacation
• Use of many fitness studios throughout Germany for your workout
• Relocation service
• Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Recruitment Process Notes

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Company Culture

Hitachi brings together the worlds greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share a pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the worlds biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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